Breathing visualisation & estimation of respiratory flow

Our breathing visualisation system uses two inexpensive 3D cameras (Intel L515) to capture shape changes across the chest, thorax and back during breathing. These changes have been linked to respiratory function (e.g diaphragmatic breathing, ribs motions) via a mathematical algorithm. This algorithm allows us to visualise the mechanics of breathing in real-time. Our ultimate aim is to integrate this approach into our Cognitive Muscular Therapy^TM intervention and to adapt the intervention for respiratory conditions.

Example of normal breathing

Example of dysfunctional breathing patterns

For more details of our breathing visualisation system, please contact Professor Stephen Preece, s.preece@salford.ac.uk.