Robotic assistance of an active upper limb exercise in neurologically impaired patients.
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.
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Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Woodend Hospital, Aberdeen, UK.
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