Prototype for Cognitive Stimulation in Elderly

The deterioration of cognitive functioning in elderly creates obstacles to the proper performance of their daily tasks. In this work, a prototype of stimulation of visuospatial cognition and memory was designed and developed. The prototype consists of an electronic circuit, able to measure the force of grip of the hand and the tilt of the same. The electronic device was covered by a layer of silicone, to give a natural appearance, with the aim of minimizing technophobia in users. The circuit plays the role of controller for a graphical interface developed in Matlab ®. With this, it is expected to stimulate the working memory and the visuospatial cognitive ability in the elderly. This allows the user to familiarize him with the technology and help him to preserve and train visuospatial memory, fostering a greater autonomy.