Publications by authors named "Irina Fedulow"
Article Synopsis
- - Stroke survivors often experience difficulties with their upper limbs, but specific training can help them regain function and promote brain recovery.
- - A study with 15 stroke survivors compared two methods of upper limb training: using a robotic device and working with a physical therapist over 6 weeks.
- - Results showed that both training approaches significantly improved factors like flexibility, strength, and voluntary movement, although neither method led to notable improvements in fine motor skills or daily living activities.
Objective: This study investigates games intended for use with an upper-limb exoskeleton robot operated unilaterally and bilaterally. Games are evaluated in terms of usability and preference for stroke survivors. Game design considerations relating to the human to machine interface, are also discussed.
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- - Robot-assisted stroke rehabilitation is gaining traction as a method to help patients regain function after a stroke, involving components like biomechanics, control schemes, rehabilitation tasks, and assessment tools.
- - A clinical trial with the UL-EXO7 exoskeleton tried to improve upper limb function in stable post-stroke patients, who were divided into three groups: bilateral robotic training, unilateral robotic training, and usual care.
- - Results indicated that both robotic training groups demonstrated significant improvements in movement (kinematics) as measured by new and traditional assessment metrics after engaging in therapeutic video games during 12 sessions.