Smartphone Based Real-Time Detection of Postural and Leg Abnormalities using Deep Learning Techniques
Sai Prasad Potharaju, Swapnali N Tambe, N. Srikanth, Ravi Kumar Tirandasu, Shanmuk Srinivas Amiripalli, Rahesha Mulla · Journal of Current Science and Technology · 2025
This research presents an innovative real-time method for detecting leg postural abnormalities using deep learning techniques and smartphone sensors. The objectives are to: (1) develop a smartphone-based system for real-time classification of leg postures using accelerometer and gyroscope data, (2) evaluate the effectiveness of three deep learning models DNN, CNN, and CNN-LSTM in identifying spatial and temporal features, and (3) offer a low-cost, objective alternative to traditional assessment methods by addressing issues such as observer inconsistency and computational complexity. Accelerometer and gyroscope data from smartphones were used to develop a system that classified four leg postures: Pronation, Supination, Normal, and Postural Sway. Participants from various age groups carried a smartphone in their left pocket while standing and walking for 10, 20, and 30 seconds. This process produced a dataset of 29,823 records, which were verified and labeled by medical professionals based on observed postural characteristics. The CNN-LSTM model achieved the highest accuracy (96.4%) with strong class differentiation, demonstrating its effectiveness in capturing temporal dependencies. All three models were employed for unknown instances, and a majority voting approach was used for final classification. This proposed smartphone-based assessment system addresses limitations of traditional methods, such as inconsistencies due to subjective visual evaluations. This approach supports applications where leg posture is critical, such as in military, sports assessments, and disability certification, by offering an objective and accessible solution. Unlike video-based methods, it leverages widely available mobile technology, offering a low-computation, tamper-proof, and nonintrusive real-time surveillance system. Designed for automated and transparent evaluation, it has the potential to enhance the integrity of physical disability certifications.