Wearing the sensors
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In this study, you will wear 4 sensors to track your arm movements throughout the day
The Sensors
Small, light sensors that attach to your body and track how you move throughout the day while going about your daily activities. Your therapist will help you the first time - this page is here whenever you need to look something up.
Instructions
You will receive a box containing everything you need for the next 6 weeks:
✓ 4 sensors (Figure 1.b)
Small orange-and-black devices that record your movement.
✓ Charging dock and cable (Figure 1.c)
To charge all sensors at once via USB.
✓ 5 straps and pouches (Figure 1.d)
Velcro straps to attach the sensors to your body.
Insert each sensor into its pouch with the orange face pointing outward.
Your therapist will show you the exact placement and work with you to find what's most comfortable.
In line with the back of your hand.
Middle of your chest, on the breast bone.
Mid-point between shoulder and elbow.
In line with the back of your hand.
Your sensors should already be charged for first use. Do this together with your therapist the first time.
1
Turn on the sensors
Press and hold the orange face for 2–3 seconds. Light turns green, then orange.
The sensor is on but not yet recording.
2
Open the PH Data Collection app on the laptop
Find the app icon on the desktop and open it.
3
Place sensors near the laptop
Select "Sensors are On! Continue".
The app will search for your sensors.
4
Confirm all 4 sensors — select "Yes"
If not all 4 appear, see the FAQ or contact your therapist.
5
Put on the sensors and start
Select "Sensors placed. Start data collection."
Green blinking light = recording.
Data collection runs for 2 hours. After that, a sound plays and the sensors shut down automatically.
Your sensors should already be charged for first use. Do this together with your therapist the first time.
1
Turn off
Press and hold the same button for approx. 3 seconds. The light should turn off completely.
2
Remove from pouches before charging
Data collection duration
Data collection runs for 2 hours. If you need to stop earlier, select "Stop data collection" in the app. A sound will play and the sensors will shut down automatically when the session ends. If a blinking light remains, turn the sensor off manually.
FAQ
Common troubleshooting issues and how to resolve them.
No — remove the sensors before any contact with water. Put them back on afterwards.
Make sure all sensors are turned on and placed close to the laptop. If the problem continues, contact your therapist.
The sensor is recording — this is what you want to see when going about your day.
Don't worry — just let your therapist know at the next visit.
Talk to your therapist. They can help adjust the placement or tightness of the straps.