Humanoid Robot Instructor for Group Therapy Exercises (ROBO)
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care
31 December 2022
Adopt a humanoid robot for group therapy exercises for elderly patients/clients. The humanoid robot improved efficiency and engagement, and its use can be expanded to other settings, with positive feedback from.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Technology, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Medtech, Assistive Technology, Robotics, Productivity, Manhour Saving
About this Content
Aims
Adopt a humanoid robot for group therapy exercises for elderly patients/clients.
Background
Group therapy exercises faced manpower challenges, and elderly patients, especially those with cognitive impairments, had difficulty following instructions.
Methods
Implemented the UBTECH Alpha 1E humanoid robot as a group therapy instructor to lead and assist patients during exercises.
Results
Reduced the need for therapy aides by one per session, freeing up staff for other tasks. Increased patient engagement, particularly for those with cognitive impairments.
Conclusion
The humanoid robot improved efficiency and engagement, and its use can be expanded to other settings, with positive feedback from patients and staff.
Lessons Learnt
Staff buy-in, troubleshooting, and adapting work processes for the robot’s limitations were critical. The robot’s audio performance required adjustments for effective use.
Additional Information
National Healthcare Innovation & Productivity (NHIP) 2022
Keywords
Humanoid Robot, Therapy, Elderly Care, Robotics, Patient Engagement
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care |
Organization(s) Involved | Ren Ci Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Physiotherapy |
Project Lead(s) | Lai Ka Ying |
Project Member(s) | Nur Amalina Binte Mohamed Noor |
Connect with this contributor!
Lai Ka Ying - Kaying_lai@renci.org.sg
Project Attachment
C_40_Renci_NHIP_2022_Humanoid_Robot_Instructor_for_Group_Therapy_Exercises_ROBO.pdf