Physiotherapy Glove Kit: Arduino Nano Flex Sensor Joint Tracker
Build a Physiotherapy Compliance Glove with Arduino Nano and Flex Sensors
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Rehabilitation adherence drops without objective feedback. This kit puts four flex sensors on a glove, reads each finger's bend angle, and logs timestamped flexion data to a microSD card via an Arduino Nano. Physiotherapists get a compliance record; patients get a real-time OLED display of their progress. Build it in a day and start capturing joint angles that matter.
What You'll Build
A wearable glove that continuously measures index, middle, ring, and little finger angles. Live readings show on the 0.96-inch OLED, while MPU6050 tilt data adds context for wrist posture. All sessions are stamped by the DS3231 RTC and saved to a CSV file on the SD card-ready for analysis or sharing with a therapist.
What You'll Learn
- Calibrating flex sensors using precision voltage dividers (10k? and 47k?) for consistent angle mapping
- Interfacing the MPU6050 IMU to track hand orientation alongside finger flexion
- Time-stamping sensor readings with the DS3231 real-time clock and writing structured logs to a microSD module
- Designing a portable LiPo battery circuit with TP4056 charging and on/off control for wearable use
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Nano | 1 |
| Flex Sensor 2.2in | 4 |
| MPU6050 | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| 47k? Resistors | 5 |
| 10k? Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| Glove Base | 1 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 2 |
| 3.7V LiPo 500mAh | 1 |
| TP4056 Module | 1 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Final-year B.Tech ECE/EEE students building biomedical wearable projects, Smart India Hackathon teams solving healthcare compliance challenges, and researchers at IIT/NIT/VIT/BITS prototyping physiotherapy devices. The kit also suits ATL tinkering labs running advanced sensor-integration workshops for 18+ learners.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
The AI companion provides step-by-step debugging, and you can WhatsApp us for priority support.
How do I calibrate the flex sensors for repeatable angle measurements?
The included guide walks you through a one-time calibration routine using the voltage divider resistors. Offset values are stored in Arduino EEPROM so you don't need to recalibrate each session.
Does the kit include the glove, and is it washable?
Yes, a cotton glove base is included. Remove the electronics module before washing the glove.
Can the log data be shared directly with my physiotherapist?
CSV files on the SD card can be emailed or opened in any spreadsheet application, making it easy to share session data for remote compliance checks.
Flex sensors on four fingers measure joint angles and log flexion data for physiotherapy compliance tracking.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Nano
- Flex Sensor 2.2in x4
- MPU6050
- DS3231 RTC
- MicroSD Module
- 0.96in OLED
- 47k? Resistors x5
- 10k? Resistors x5
- 100nF Caps x5
- Glove Base
- PCB Prototype Board x2
- 3.7V LiPo 500mAh
- TP4056 Module
- Soldering Iron
- Solder Wire
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit - 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo - 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items