A smart glove to improve stroke rehabilitation
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A team from the University of Southampton has developed an electronic glove that enables movement in the paralysed hand of stroke survivors.
The glove uses electrodes printed on the sleeve to stimulate the nerves and muscles, producing artificial movement. This gives stroke survivors movement in their weak side, helping them with rehabilitation. Over time this enables them to regain muscle strength and function.
The glove has been designed and made by Kai Yang, Professor of E-textiles in Healthcare, and her team based at the University’s Winchester School of Art.
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