Developed at MIT, the ankle robot (Anklebot) was intended for ankle rehabilitation following stroke, counteracting the “foot-drop” effect and with the idea that the ankle plays a role of the utmost importance during gait since it contributes to several tasks such as shock absorption, propulsion...
For the high-level neural network-based controller, after acquiring a parameter set of a trained policy from our RL training, we can use Algorithm 2 to deploy the learned neural network controller to the physical lower limb rehabilitation exoskeleton system. The three-layers neural network (MLP)...
As early as the first session after neurosurgical intervention, the algorithm calibrated a BSI that enabled the participant to control the relative flexion of the left and right hips of an avatar projected on a screen (Supplementary Video2). We then integrated the analogue control over the stimu...
After a brief habituation period (< 5 min for all participants), gait cycles largely resembled natural walking in terms of stance, swing, and double limb support phases. The consistency of gait in a unique environment and on a complicated walking surface points to the importance of both ...
There was plenty of parking available at the Shires Rest where we boarded a shuttle to the movie set. What a stroke of luck that our guide, Linden, was a LOTR fanatic and was happy to share his knowledge and answer questions anyone had along...
In this study, we compared the effects of action observation therapy (AOT) on the walking ability of stroke patients between videos with limited visual attention (body part videos) and a video with the whole body (whole body video). We employed a crossover design and conducted 3 AOT ...
As we age, humans see natural decreases in muscle force and power which leads to a slower, less efficient gait. Improving mobility for both healthy individuals and those with muscle impairments/weakness has been a goal for exoskeleton designers for decad
People in recovery from a Stroke People with cerebral palsy facing mobility challenges People with Multiple sclerosis (MS) facing mobility challenges Before NexStrideAfter NexStride Unable to walk to the bathroom due to Freezing of Gait (an inability to take steps despite wanting to do so) ...
I just started a Nordic Pole Walking exercise class at my Senior Retirement Home. I and others were amazed how we all felt after our first walking session of a full body workout. It gave us stability, better posture and helped relieved chronic pain. It’s also a resistant cross motor exe...
Orlando Bloom must help his fellow passengers survive after a plane crash. Meet Cork, the world's greatest retarded detective! Jesus and the Argonauts find action and adventure, and turn their backs on it. The Micronauts climb a mountain. The U.S. government declares war on Christmas. ...