A Decade of Progress in Wearable Sensors for Fall Detection (2015–2024): A Network-Based Visualization Review

Over the past decade, wearable sensors for fall detection have gained significant attention due to their potential in improving the safety of elderly users and reducing fall-related injuries. This review employs a network-based visualization approach to analyze research trends, key technologies, and...

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Main Authors: Yifei Li, Pei Liu, Yan Fang, Xiangyuan Wu, Yewei Xie, Zhongzhi Xu, Hao Ren, Fengshi Jing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-03-01
Series:Sensors
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/25/7/2205
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Summary:Over the past decade, wearable sensors for fall detection have gained significant attention due to their potential in improving the safety of elderly users and reducing fall-related injuries. This review employs a network-based visualization approach to analyze research trends, key technologies, and collaborative networks. Using studies from SCI- and SSCI-indexed journals from 2015 to 2024, we analyzed 582 articles and 65 reviews with CiteSpace, revealing a significant rise in research on wearable sensors for fall detection. Additionally, we reviewed various datasets and machine learning techniques, from traditional methods to advanced deep learning frameworks, which demonstrate high accuracies, F1 scores, sensitivities, and specificities in controlled settings. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the progress and emerging trends, offering a foundation for future advancements in wearable fall detection systems.
ISSN:1424-8220