Neurotechnology allows chronic paraplegia to walk again
Three patients with chronic paraplegia were able to walk over ground thanks to precise electrical stimulation of their spinal cords via a wireless implant.
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VR could improve lives of stroke patients
VR could be used to benefit stroke patients, thanks to a research partnership featuring a University, an NHS Trust and a company specialising in 3D technologies.
Interactive robot ‘Pharos’ helps the elderly exercise
Researchers are working on an interactive robot called Pharos that will help the elderly with their daily household chores.
‘Smart’ robotic system could offer home-based rehabilitation
An engineer is leading a team of researchers, health care providers and industry to fast-track the commercialization of a groundbreaking robotic rehabilitation system.
Are culturally competent robots the future in elderly care?
Robots that assist the elderly while adapting to the culture of the individual they are caring for are now being tested in retirement homes.
Robots as partners in rehabilitation
Trust should play a crucial part in the development of intelligent machines like robots for medical therapies, say researchers from University of Freiburg.
Bionic exoskeleton could help people walk again
Using robotic technology, researchers have created an exoskeleton to help people with paraplegia regain or improve mobility.
Gamification transforms physiotherapy
The Virtual Physiotherapy project aims to improve patient experience while also making physiotherapy programmes more efficient.
Exergaming may prevent Alzheimer’s or related dementias
Older adults with mild cognitive impairment showed significant improvement with certain complex thinking and memory skills after exergaming.
Bionic suit helps paralyzed patients stand and walk again
Patients undergoing physical rehabilitation at Rush for paralyzing injuries are being aided by a robotic suit designed to help raise people to full height and walk.
VR facility helps patients recover from injuries
A state of the art Virtual Reality biomechanical facility that is vastly improving our understanding of human movement and how to treat and prevent injuries.
