Development of a motion training support system for hemiplegic upper extremity

The purpose of this study is to develop a system to support early rehabilitation training and home-based training. The subject is the rehabilitation training for hemiplegic upper extremities. During the rehabilitation training, motion training for the hemiplegic parts is carried out. The training al...

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Main Authors: Takemata, K., Nakamura, S., Minamide, A., Kagechika, K.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
mirror box therapy
rehabilitation
slate-type computer
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Summary:The purpose of this study is to develop a system to support early rehabilitation training and home-based training. The subject is the rehabilitation training for hemiplegic upper extremities. During the rehabilitation training, motion training for the hemiplegic parts is carried out. The training also encompasses another hand (non-hemiplegic hand) to replace the function of the hemiplegic hand. Some patients are frustrated with operating small tools during the training. Some also want to carry out voluntary training in the patient room or at home under the guidance of occupational therapist. Thus, we developed a prototype system in which patients can conduct motion training of upper extremity while having fun. Our experience of developing the system is described in this article.