title: Robotic assistance of an active upper limb exercise in neurologically impaired patients.
abstract: The principle of using robotic techniques to assist an active upper limb exercise is demonstrated in ten patients with weakness and spasticity. Using a servo motor to apply torque about the elbow, the mean range of active extension-flexion was increased in every patient. Sample kinematic and electromyographic (EMG) data are given.
authors.affiliation: Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Woodend Hospital, Aberdeen, UK.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Cozens
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000465:Algorithms; D002561:Cerebrovascular Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D004576:Electromyography; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009103:Multiple Sclerosis / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012371:Robotics