Conference Coverage

Digital handgrip helps self-recovery after stroke


 

AT THE EUROPEAN STROKE CONFERENCE

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“Performance using the handgrip was very similar across patients with different severities,” he added, noting that patients found the novel controller more comfortable and easier to use for long periods of time.

Novel control devices adapted for patients can broaden the accessibility to stroke rehabilitation, he concluded, even in those with more severe impairments.

Mr. Rinne had no conflicts of interest.

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