A Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) and robot hybrid system for multi-joint coordinated upper limb rehabilitation after stroke.

Journal: Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: It is a challenge to reduce the muscular discoordination in the paretic upper limb after stroke in the traditional rehabilitation programs.

Authors

  • Wei Rong
    Interdisciplinary Division of Biomedical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University , Hong Kong.
  • Waiming Li
    Interdisciplinary Division of Biomedical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong.
  • Mankit Pang
    Industry Centre, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong.
  • Junyan Hu
    Institute of Textile & Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong.
  • Xijun Wei
    Interdisciplinary Division of Biomedical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong.
  • Bibo Yang
    The Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong.
  • Honwah Wai
    Industry Centre, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong.
  • XiaoXiang Zheng
  • Xiaoling Hu
    Interdisciplinary Division of Biomedical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong. Xiaoling.Hu@polyu.edu.hk.