Pavlik harness kick sensor
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Login for More InformationInfants with DDH are treated with a Pavlik harness that can rarely (~2.5%) cause femoral nerve palsy and stop leg movement; an early-detection kick sensor could prompt immediate harness removal, shortening recovery and improving treatment success.
Project Overview
The current state of the project is to improve upon the previous semester's work. The previous semester focused on using a coordinate sensor system to identify kicks, but were unable to distinguish them from background noise. The goal of the current team is to utilize an EMG sensor system to provide proof of concept for future work, obtain IRB approval, and conduct clinical trials.
Team Picture

Contact Information
Team Members
- Krishiv Dhupar - Team Leader
- Leah Nelson - Communicator
- Kaisa Lindfors - Co-BSAC
- Morgan Brown - Co-BSAC
- Wyatt Flewelling - BWIG
- Bridget Kearns - BPAG
Advisor and Client
- Prof. Chris Brace - Advisor
- Dr. Tuo Peter Li - Client
- Dr. Ken Noonan - Alternate Contact
Related Projects
- Fall 2025: Pavlik harness kick sensor
- Fall 2024: Pavlik harness kick sensor