Gait training with exoskeleton may improve function after stroke
Preliminary findings by Kessler researchers show that the use of a robotic exoskeleton during inpatient rehabilitation for acute stroke may improve function.
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Wearable devices can reduce collision risk in blind people
A wearable computer vision device can reduce collisions for both people who are blind or those who are visually impaired and using a long cane and/or guide dog by 37 percent, compared to using other mobility aids alone.
Brain-machine interface turns intentions into actions
A wearable brain-machine interface system could improve the quality of life for people with motor dysfunction or paralysis, even those struggling with locked-in syndrome.
Nintendo Wii improves balance of stroke patients
Researchers have shown that a physiotherapy program that uses the Nintendo Wii console improves functionality, balance and life activities daily routine of stroke patients.
Multiple sclerosis: Exoskeleton therapy improves mobility
Experts at Kessler Foundation led the first pilot randomized controlled trial of robotic-exoskeleton assisted exercise rehabilitation effects on mobility, cognition, and brain connectivity in people with substantial MS-related disability.
FDA authorized brain-computer interface for stroke rehab
Neurolutions IpsiHand exoskeleton uniquely leverages brain-computer interface technology for chronic stroke rehabilitation
VR could help improve balance in older people
Researchers are investigating how virtual reality technology could help improve balance and prevent falls.
Powered prosthetic ankles restore functions for amputees
Researchers have demonstrated that, with training, neural control of a powered prosthetic ankle can restore a wide range of abilities, including standing on very challenging surfaces and squatting.
Virtual reality to help patients speak up
Immersive virtual reality technology could help speech pathologists treat communication disorders.
Smart textiles measure your movements
Researchers have developed clothing that uses special fibers to sense a person's movement via touch.
Exoskeleton training expands options for stroke rehab
Researchers have demonstrated that high-dose therapy gait training using robotic exoskeletons may aid early rehabilitation for acute stroke.
VR training improves motor control
A virtual reality (VR) based method benefits rehabilitation and sports training by increasing bodily awareness an improving motor control.
Wearable ultrasound: nonsurgical treatment for cerebral infarction
Preclinical efficacy validation of a light-weight wearable wireless ultrasound brain stimulator for stroke rehabilitation.
Exoskeleton and brain-machine interface boost stroke rehab
Researchers have developed a system that combines a brain-computer interface and a robotic arm that responds to the actual intentions of treated patients.
Ultra-thin sensitive strain sensors
Researchers have developed a new range of nanomaterial strain sensors that are 10 times more sensitive when measuring minute movements, compared to existing technology.
Brain injury: Exoskeleton training improves walking
Researchers have shown that gait training using robotic exoskeletons improved motor function in adolescents and young adults with acquired brain injury.
VR applied to rehabilitation for stroke patients
VR-based rehabilitation programs are becoming an important complement to conventional motor therapy for stroke patients and individuals with neurodegenerative diseases.
Quadriplegic controls two prosthetics with thoughts
Researchers have enabled a quadriplegic man to control a pair of prosthetic arms with his mind.
Exoskeleton improves mobility in patients with spinal cord injury
Exoskeletal-assisted walking is safe, feasible, and effective in individuals disabled by spinal cord injury.
A portable arm rehabilitation robot
A new portable arm rehabilitation robot will help patients to carry out robot-aided therapy at home, allowing them to perform intensive exercises without visiting hospitals or clinics.
Cerebral palsy: robotics trainer improves body control
Reseachers have developed robotic Trunk Support Trainer (TruST) that helps children with CP to sit more stably.
Handheld exoskeleton improves hand mobility problems
Researchers have developed a robotic exoskeleton that improves the lives of people with limited or no ability to move due to neurological and/or physiological disorders.
Virtual rehab for stroke patients
Researchers have been putting virtual reality rehabilitation for stroke survivors to the test and created a gaming platform to improve their lives.
Wearable technologies to make rehab more precise
New study explores using wearable technologies to develop precision rehab interventions in brain injury survivors.
Positive results for exosuit in stroke rehabilitation
Researchers have published the results of a trial of the ReWalk ReStore soft robotic exosuit for gait training in individuals undergoing post-stroke rehabilitation.
Next-generation cast inspired by animal scales
A graduate has designed wearable technology inspired by protective structures found in the animal world to protect athletes from injury.
IoT results-oriented exercise system for social distancing
An IoT system that allows geneticists, nutritionists, clinicians and exercise physiologists to work together remotely encourages middle-aged and elderly people to train using Interval Walking Training.
Robotics for everyone or only for the average person?
Exoskeletons are one technology with great potential - but is often developed for average people. So what about people who are small and thin, or tall and overweight?
Robots could help injured workers recover
Training robots to guide injured workers through simulated tasks could make return-to-work evaluations and treatment programs more effective and accessible, according to researchers at the University of Alberta.
