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    This study used the HRX-1 robotic system and surface electromyography (sEMG) to measure wrist muscle activation in healthy individuals. Results show expected muscle activity during flexion and extension, with no significant change when robot torque increased.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuromechanics
    • Rehabilitation Robotics
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Portable robotic systems offer versatile solutions for motor assessment and training.
    • The HRX-1 robot is designed for neuromechanics and rehabilitation research.
    • Assessing muscle activation is crucial for understanding motor control and designing effective rehabilitation strategies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To measure wrist muscle activation using the HRX-1 robot and surface electromyography (sEMG).
    • To analyze muscle activation patterns during resisted wrist flexion and extension.
    • To determine the effect of varying torque on the number of active muscle regions.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized the HRX-1 robotic system to apply controlled torques to the wrist.
    • Employed high-density surface electromyography (sEMG) with 32-channel electrodes on forearm muscles.
    • Recorded muscle activation from fifteen healthy participants during flexion and extension tasks.

    Main Results:

    • Flexor muscles exhibited peak activation during wrist flexion tasks.
    • Extensor muscles showed maximal activity during wrist extension tasks.
    • No statistically significant changes in the number of active muscle regions were observed with increased torque.

    Conclusions:

    • The HRX-1 robot effectively facilitates the measurement of wrist muscle activation.
    • Muscle activation patterns align with biomechanical expectations for flexion and extension.
    • Torque variations within the tested range did not alter the spatial distribution of muscle activation.