Weight compensation characteristics of Armeo®Spring exoskeleton: implications for clinical practice and research.

Journal: Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Armeo®Spring exoskeleton is widely used for upper extremity rehabilitation; however, weight compensation provided by the device appears insufficiently characterized to fully utilize it in clinical and research settings.

Authors

  • Bonnie E Perry
    Center for Neuroscience and Neurological Recovery, Methodist Rehabilitation Center, 1350 East Woodrow Wilson Drive, Jackson, MS, 39216, USA.
  • Emily K Evans
    Center for Neuroscience and Neurological Recovery, Methodist Rehabilitation Center, 1350 East Woodrow Wilson Drive, Jackson, MS, 39216, USA.
  • Dobrivoje S Stokic
    Center for Neuroscience and Neurological Recovery, Methodist Rehabilitation Center, 1350 East Woodrow Wilson Drive, Jackson, MS, 39216, USA. dstokic@mmrcrehab.org.