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Additionally, it incorporates gait monitoring variables, strengthening rehabilitation processes and improving clinical follow-up.<\/p>\n<p>This technological development is the result of a collaborative effort between Fundaci\u00f3n Universitaria Mar\u00eda Cano, EAFIT University, and the National Learning Service (SENA) through Tecnoparque, which provided technical support and technological guidance for the system\u2019s development.<\/p>\n<p>This inter-institutional collaboration enabled the integration of knowledge from multiple disciplines, including Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Industrial Design, and Physiotherapy, consolidating an interdisciplinary approach aimed at creating innovative solutions for people\u2019s well-being.<\/p>\n<p>Key contributors to this project include Fanny Valencia Legarda, Associate Research Professor in the Physiotherapy Program at the Medell\u00edn campus; Elizabeth Rend\u00f3n V\u00e9lez, Professor at EAFIT University; and Camilo Andr\u00e9s P\u00e1ramo Vel\u00e1squez, Tecnoparque expert in engineering and design.<\/p>\n<p>With this achievement, Fundaci\u00f3n Universitaria Mar\u00eda Cano reaffirms its commitment to applied research, technological innovation, and the development of solutions that positively impact quality of life, strengthening its position as a leader in knowledge generation for society.<\/p>\n<p>#M\u00e1sMar\u00edaCano<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fundaci\u00f3n Universitaria Mar\u00eda Cano, through its research group FISIOTER, has been granted its third invention patent by Colombia\u2019s Superintendence of Industry and Commerce, titled \u201cMobile and Foldable System to Assist Human Mobility,\u201d reinforcing its commitment to innovation in the field of health. 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