Tactile sensing fabrics for detecting impairments in leprosy patients

There has been a rising need for developing a rehabilitation device for patients with leprosy, as most of the present day approach is towards the eradication of the disease. To assist and monitor the extent of damage of a nerve and muscle cells, a new fabric embedded tactile sensor incorporated in gloves and other smart fabrics are used. By incorporating tactile sensing in the gloves, and recording the information off the gloves, the results were evident in showing the effect of prolonged usage of any particular part of the limbs.