Fully immersive virtual reality exergames with dual-task components for patients with Parkinson ’s disease: a feasibility study
Dual-task training in Parkinson ’s disease (PD) improves spatiotemporal gait parameters, cognition, and quality of life. Virtual reality (VR) has been used as a therapeutic tool for patients to participate in a... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 18, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Seo Jung Yun, Sung Eun Hyun, Byung-Mo Oh and Han Gil Seo Tags: Research Source Type: research

Efficacy of interactive manual dexterity training after stroke: a pilot single-blinded randomized controlled trial
To compare the efficacy of Dextrain Manipulandum ™ training of dexterity components such as force control and independent finger movements, to dose-matched conventional therapy (CT) post-stroke. (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 18, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Maxime T érémetz, Sonia Hamdoun, Florence Colle, Eloïse Gerardin, Claire Desvilles, Loïc Carment, Sylvain Charron, Macarena Cuenca, David Calvet, Jean-Claude Baron, Guillaume Turc, Marc A. Maier, Charlotte Rosso, Jean-Louis Mas and Påvel G. Lindberg Tags: Research Source Type: research

Suitability of visual cues for freezing of gait in patients with idiopathic Parkinson ’s disease: a case–control pilot study
Freezing of gait (FOG) is one of the most debilitating symptoms in patients with idiopathic Parkinson ’s disease (IPD). Visual cues can relieve FOG symptoms. However, there is no consensus on patient characteri... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 18, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Eui Jin An, Woo-Sob Sim, Seung Min Kim and Jun Yup Kim Tags: Research Source Type: research

Dysfunctional neuro-muscular mechanisms explain gradual gait changes in prodromal spastic paraplegia
In Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) type 4 (SPG4) a length-dependent axonal degeneration in the cortico-spinal tract leads to progressing symptoms of hyperreflexia, muscle weakness, and spasticity of lower ... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 15, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Christian Lassmann, Winfried Ilg, Tim W. Rattay, Ludger Sch öls, Martin Giese and Daniel F. B. Haeufle Tags: Research Source Type: research

Correction to: Muscle synergy patterns as altered coordination strategies in individuals with chronic low back pain: a cross-sectional study
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Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 14, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Hiroki Saito, Hikaru Yokoyama, Atsushi Sasaki and Kimitaka Nakazawa Tags: Correction Source Type: research

Can a passive unilateral hip exosuit diminish walking asymmetry? A randomized trial
Asymmetric walking gait impairs activities of daily living in neurological patient populations, increases their fall risk, and leads to comorbidities. Accessible, long-term rehabilitation methods are needed to... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 12, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Kayla Kowalczyk, Mukul Mukherjee and Philippe Malcolm Tags: Research Source Type: research

Effectiveness and therapeutic compliance of digital therapy in shoulder rehabilitation: a randomized controlled trial
Interactive videogames, virtual reality, and robotics represent a new opportunity for multimodal treatments in many rehabilitation contexts. However, several commercial videogames are designed for leisure and ... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 8, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Alex Rizzato, Martina Pizzichemi, Erica Gobbi, Adriana Gerardi, Claudia Fortin, Ancuta Copcia, Antonio Paoli and Giuseppe Marcolin Tags: Research Source Type: research

Change in activity patterns in the prefrontal cortex in different phases during the dual-task walking in older adults
Studies using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) have shown that dual-task walking leads to greater prefrontal cortex (PFC) activation compared to the single-task walking task. However, evidence on ... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - July 7, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Chang Yoon Baek, Hyeong Dong Kim, Dong Yup Yoo, Kyoung Yee Kang and Jang Woo Lee Tags: Research Source Type: research

Ankle-targeted exosuit resistance increases paretic propulsion in people post-stroke
Individualized, targeted, and intense training is the hallmark of successful gait rehabilitation in people post-stroke. Specifically, increasing use of the impaired ankle to increase propulsion during the stan... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 30, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Krithika Swaminathan, Franchino Porciuncula, Sungwoo Park, Harini Kannan, Julien Erard, Nicholas Wendel, Teresa Baker, Terry D. Ellis, Louis N. Awad and Conor J. Walsh Tags: Research Source Type: research

An electrical stimulation intervention protocol to prevent disuse atrophy and muscle strength decline: an experimental study in rat
Skeletal muscle is negatively impacted by conditions such as spaceflight or prolonged bed rest, resulting in a dramatic decline in muscle mass, maximum contractile force, and muscular endurance. Electrical sti... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 29, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Haiwang Shi, Fan Li, Fulong Zhang, Xiaobei Wei, Chengyi Liu and Rui Duan Tags: Research Source Type: research

Long-term forecasting of a motor outcome following rehabilitation in chronic stroke via a hierarchical bayesian dynamic model
Given the heterogeneity of stroke, it is important to determine the best course of motor therapy for each patient, i.e., to personalize rehabilitation based on predictions of long-term outcomes. Here, we propo... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 29, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Nicolas Schweighofer, Dongze Ye, Haipeng Luo, David Z. D ’Argenio and Carolee Winstein Tags: Research Source Type: research

Assisting walking balance using a bio-inspired exoskeleton controller
Balance control is important for mobility, yet exoskeleton research has mainly focused on improving metabolic energy efficiency. Here we present a biomimetic exoskeleton controller that supports walking balanc... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 27, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: M. Afschrift, E. van Asseldonk, M. van Mierlo, C. Bayon, A. Keemink, L. D ’Hondt, H. van der Kooij and F. De Groote Tags: Research Source Type: research

Within- and between-therapist agreement on personalized parameters for robot-assisted gait therapy: the challenge of adjusting robotic assistance
Stationary robotic gait trainers usually allow for adjustment of training parameters, including gait speed, body weight support and robotic assistance, to personalize therapy. Consequently, therapists personal... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 20, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Florian van Dellen, T. Aurich-Schuler and Rob Labruy ère Tags: Research Source Type: research

Factors that influence the adoption of rehabilitation technologies: a multi-disciplinary qualitative exploration
Technological innovation is recognised as having the potential to enhance rehabilitation for people with disability. Yet, resistance to, and abandonment of, rehabilitation technology is prevalent and the succe... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 20, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Jessie Mitchell, Camila Shirota and Kelly Clanchy Tags: Research Source Type: research

Characteristics of corticomuscular coupling during wheelchair Tai Chi in patients with spinal cord injury
Wheelchair Tai Chi (WCTC) has been proved to have benefits for the brain and motor system of spinal cord injury (SCI) patients. However, the characteristics of corticomuscular coupling during WCTC are scarcel... (Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation - June 17, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Yangmin Zu, Lina Luo, Xinpeng Chen, Haixia Xie, Chich-Haung Richard Yang, Yan Qi and Wenxin Niu Tags: Research Source Type: research