Stroke Projects

A stroke occurs when a rupture or blood clot reduces blood flow to an area of the brain, killing brain cells and disrupting the abilities or functions they control. Many survivors experience weakness and poor coordination, which impairs their ability to walk and use their hands. We employ a variety of experimental and computer modeling techniques to study coordination in healthy individuals and impaired coordination in individuals who have suffered stroke. We use the results to develop more effective rehabilitation therapies for restoring lost function after stroke.

Several of these projects involve the use of human subjects. To check on current opportunities to participate in a research project and receive rehabilitation therapy, visit the Research Subjects page.

Assisted Upper Limb Movement for Assessment and Therapy

Automatic Decomposition of the Electromyogram

Bilateral Coordination of Hemiparetic Locomotion

Computer Simulation Analysis of Coordination Deficits in Post-stroke Hemiparesis

Control of Functional Movement in Hemiplegia

Coordination of Hemiparetic Movement after Post-stroke Rehabilitation

Differential Pressure Walking Assistance

Driver's SEAT, A Simulated Environment for Arm Therapy

Effect of Strength Training on Upper-Limb Function in Post-Stroke Patients

Graded Weight-bearing Exercise for Improved Ambulation after Stroke

Improving Stepping-Over Responses in the Elderly Using Simulated Objects

Intermuscular Coordination of Mammalian Movement