If you or a loved one has suffered a stroke, you likely understand how infuriating it can be when easy movements; such as raising an arm or stepping forward suddenly become an enormous struggle. Meet BCI or Brain-Computer Interface for MS rehabilitation.
When an individual attempts to move their hand, even though nothing happens, the brain continues to fire off signals. Bci in Stroke Rehabilitation, the system detects those signals and applies them to move an object; such as closing a robotic hand on an object or moving a cursor on a computer screen.
In various studies at recoveriX, stroke survivors who were trained with BCI systems demonstrated improvement in hand, arm, and leg movements. Others even regained partial function where previously there was none. The gist here is repetition and feedback. BCI gives instant feedback to brain activity, which allows the brain to reconstruct those lost motor pathways.
· BCI works best when combined with traditional physical therapy.
· Most systems are non-invasive, meaning no surgery; just a cap or headset.
· While not yet widely available, future use in home rehab looks promising.
Picture trying to move your leg and being able to see it move; either virtually or through a robotic exoskeleton. That sense of sight and touch provides the brain with the pick-me-up it needs, prompting it to try and try again.
It takes effort & time for MS Rehabilitation and most often is best when paired with conventional physical therapy. It's also not widely available outside research centers and some of the newer, high-end rehab clinics yet.
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