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Marcie Bockbrader1, Nicholas Annetta2, David Friedenberg2
1Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio; Neurological Institute, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio; Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio.
A brain-computer interface (BCI) with functional electrical stimulation (FES) enabled a tetraplegic individual to regain coordinated hand and arm movements. This neuroprosthetic system demonstrated improved grip strength and functional task performance, paving the way for increased independence.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Rehabilitation Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Individuals with tetraplegia often experience severe upper limb motor deficits.
- Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) offer a potential avenue for restoring motor function by bypassing damaged neural pathways.
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