Understanding the Technology and Applications in Stroke Rehabilitation

Course Description: Technological advances in engineering and neurological science are leading to the development of innovative robotic tools for human rehabilitation. This educational program will provide an interactive format for the practicing clinician to develop a foundational knowledge of a variety of therapeutic robotics. Learner participation will be stimulated through case study presentations, video clips of therapeutic robot devices in use, and thoughtful evaluation of the most current clinical studies in the literature. The content will emphasize current and potential clinical applications of therapeutic robotics to enhance recovery, therapeutic effectiveness, and clinical efficiency in stroke recovery.

Agenda (times are approximate)

5:00 Registration and Dinner
5:30 Principles of neuroscience and their application in therapeutic robotics
6:00 General engineering principles and robotic advantages and disadvantages
6:30 BREAK
6:40 Current clinical findings and applications in stroke rehabilitation
7:10 Video clips, case study presentations, case scenarios & applications for the future
7:40 BREAK
7:50 Robotic Lab and Q&A