[Abstract + References] Development of a Hand Rehabilitation Therapy System with Soft Robotic Glove – Conference paper

Abstract

The major cause of problems with hand motility in adults is due to work accidents, strokes, injuries and work accidents. The emergence of robotic gloves for hand rehabilitation therapy has been developed to assist with rehabilitation treatment. In this scientific paper, a robotic glove prosthesis is designed and developed for use in hand rehabilitation in patients with grip pathologies. There is talk of mechanical design and operation, and the glove is controlled by a mobile application that allows the physiotherapist to enter the settings for the patient or allow an expert system based on 15 rules to do so. The system is capable of generating reports for the patient, the physiotherapist or the caregiver to review. The developed system is portable, lightweight and easy to transport. The validation of the prototype was carried out with adult patients suffering from hemiparesis.

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[Abstract + References] Motigravity: A New VR System to Increase Performance and Safety in Space Operations Simulation and Rehabilitation Medicine – Conference paper

Abstract

Motigravity is a new immersive instrument developed by Mars Planet where one or more persons interact with a virtual environment using a visual and biomechanical system. The applications of this system are various; here, applications in space operations simulation and rehabilitation medicine, in particular, are presented. This paper aims to bring to the scientific community knowledge about this recently developed virtual reality technology in order to motivate cooperation, development, and application of this facility.

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