Hybrid assistive system--the motor neuroprosthesis.
Two approaches are currently applied for motor rehabilitation of paralyzed humans: functional electrical stimulation (FES) and mechanical bracing. Both assistive systems have limited application due to several factors (indication, psycho, socio, and economic status, state-of-the-art of technology, etc.). The combination of FES and an externally powered and controlled brace is called a hybrid assistive system (HAS). The HAS presented in this paper is a combination of multichannel surface FES and self-fitting modular orthosis (SFMO). Energy expenditure and a reduction of force load on the upper extremities are criteria for the efficacy of HAS. The control system of HAS is nonnumerical and based on artificial reflexes (AR).
Popovic
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Tomović
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Schwirtlich
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D000328:Adult; D001915:Braces; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D005103:Expert Systems; D005684:Gait; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010243:Paralysis / Q000534:rehabilitation*