Driver's SEAT: Simulation Environment for Arm Therapy
M. J. Johnson1,2, H. F. M. Van der Loos1,3,
C. G. Burgar1,3, L. J. Leifer2
Rehabilitation R&D Center (RRDC) - VA Palo Alto HCS1
, Depts. of Mechanical Engineering2
and Functional Restoration3
, Stanford University
Abstract
Hemiplegia, affecting approximately 75% of all stroke survivors, is a common
neurological impairment. Hemiplegic upper and lower limbs exhibit sensory and
motor deficits on the side of the body contralateral to the location of a
cerebral vascular accident. Recovery of coordinated movement of both upper
limbs is important for bimanual function and promotes personal independence and
quality of life. This paper will describe the philosophy and design of Driver's
SEAT, a one degree of freedom robotic device that aims to promote coordinated
bimanual movement.
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Last modified: Thu Jan 21 10:38:39 PST 1999