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·May 5, 2017·9 min read

Hand That Sees Offers New Hope For Amputees

Researchers have developed a new prosthetic hand with the ability to 'see' objects. They believe their invention can allow the wearer to automatically reach for objects.

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·April 18, 2017·4 min read

Motor Neurons Adjust to Control Tasks

Findings enhance understanding how the brain controls movement.

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·April 5, 2017·5 min read

Finger Prosthesis Provides Clues to Brain Health

An experiment aimed to investigate how the brain interprets artificial touch sensation from a finger neuroprosthesis, has revealed new information for developing way to measure brain health.

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·February 6, 2017·5 min read

Prosthetic Arm Technology That Detects Spinal Nerve Signals

A newly developed sensor for prosthetic arms can detect spinal motor neuron signals, a new study reports.

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·December 17, 2016·4 min read

Virtual Reality May Help Improve Motor Skills in Damaged Limbs

Using virtual reality technology may allow people to regain motor control in damaged limbs, a new study reports.

Image shows a person using the brain cap to move a robotic arm.

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·December 17, 2016·5 min read

Controlling Robotic Arms With The Brain

Researchers use non-invasive EEG technology to allow people to move a robotic arm with the power of their minds.

Image shows Brain Gomez working on building hand strength.

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·December 13, 2016·4 min read

Stimulator Bypasses Spine Injury and Helps Patients Move Hands

A new spinal stimulator shows promise in helping those with spinal cord injuries to regain some movement and strength in their hands.

Image shows a how the electrodes were implanted into the arm stump.

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·October 26, 2016·6 min read

Restoring The Sense Of Touch In Amputees Using Natural Signals Of The Nervous System

Researchers have found a way to produce realistic sensations of touch in two human amputees by directly stimulating the nervous system.

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·October 26, 2016·6 min read

Researchers Use Brain Surface Stimulation To Provide ‘Touch’ Feedback To Direct Movement

A new study reports researchers have successfully used brain stimulation to provide touch feedback and direct movement. The findings could benefit those with spinal cord injury to regain movement.