Robotics for neurorehabilitation: Current state and future challenges

Keller Thierry, Veneman Jan

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Abstract

Currently in neurorehabilitation robotic devices are mostly applied for rehabilitation of the motor functions of the lower and upper extremities. Even if in recent research autonomous and humanoid robots are being used for cognitive rehabilitation, robot medicated therapy predominately supports relearning of motor functions for subjects suffering from stroke, spinal cord injury or other neurological conditions. This review paper provides a summary of the main features and applied methods, and presents some examples to outline the large diversity of currently used devices. Future challenges for rehabilitation robotics to reach full clinical acceptance are clear answers regarding the optimal dosage of movement therapy and right inclusion/exclusion criteria for specific treatments.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationBiomechanics, Neurorehabilitation, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Robotics and Aerospace
PublisherTrans Tech Publications Ltd
Pages3-8
Number of pages6
ISBN (Print)9783037855546
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Event3rd International Conference on Biomechanics, Neurorehabilitation, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Robotics and Aerospace, ICMERA 2012 - Bucharest, Romania
Duration: 26 Oct 201228 Oct 2012

Publication series

NameApplied Mechanics and Materials
Volume245
ISSN (Print)1660-9336
ISSN (Electronic)1662-7482

Conference

Conference3rd International Conference on Biomechanics, Neurorehabilitation, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Robotics and Aerospace, ICMERA 2012
Country/TerritoryRomania
CityBucharest
Period26/10/1228/10/12

Keywords

  • Lower extremity rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation robotics
  • Upper extremity rehabilitation
  • Robotics
  • Neurorehabilitation

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