Review
Orthopedics
Jingyi Wu, Hao Cheng, Jiaqi Zhang, Shanli Yang, Sufang Cai
Summary: Robot-assisted therapy may be more effective than conventional rehabilitation, particularly for individuals after stroke with significant upper extremity hemiplegia and limited potential for spontaneous recovery.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Seung Ki Kim, Dongho Park, Beomki Yoo, Dain Shim, Joong-On Choi, Tae Young Choi, Eun Sook Park
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of overground robot-assisted gait training using an untethered torque-assisted exoskeletal wearable robot in children with CP. Results showed improvements in gross motor function, walking speed, gait endurance, and gait efficiency after the training. The training was safe and feasible even for children with severe motor impairment.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Niklas Pakkasjarvi, Nellai Krishnan, Liisi Ripatti, Sachit Anand
Summary: The learning process of pediatric robot-assisted pyeloplasty (pRALP) requires a certain number of surgical cases to reach proficiency. Robot-assisted surgery is safe during the learning process, and "learning by doing" improves surgical efficiency. Future studies need to define competencies with broader implications.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Hui Li, Hongliu Yu, Yingwei Chen, Qing Du, Duojin Wang, Qiaoling Meng
Summary: The study proposed an adjustable step-length control strategy to reduce the load of upper limbs during walking, which was validated through a forearm crutches walking test on healthy individuals. The findings suggest that adapting step length according to user's walking state can lower upper limb load and enhance comfort during assisted walking with crutch-exoskeleton.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Ana C. De Oliveira, James S. Sulzer, Ashish D. Deshpande
Summary: This study evaluated the joint angle tracking accuracy of the Harmony exoskeleton, finding good agreement with optical motion capture markers and suggesting that discrepancies were primarily due to soft tissue deformation. The results indicate that the Harmony exoskeleton is capable of providing accurate measurements of arm and shoulder joint kinematics, potentially enabling robot-assisted assessment and intervention for complex joint structures in the human body.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON NEURAL SYSTEMS AND REHABILITATION ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Du-Xin Liu, Jing Xu, Chunjie Chen, Xingguo Long, Dacheng Tao, Xinyu Wu
Summary: In this article, a vision-assisted autonomous lower-limb exoskeleton robot (VALOR) is developed to improve adaptability to complex walking environments. Through environmental information acquisition and autonomous decision-making, the robot can significantly enhance its adaptability. The feasibility of the proposed method is verified in a controlled indoor environment.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON SYSTEMS MAN CYBERNETICS-SYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Bai Li, Huantian Cao, Ben Greenspan, Michele A. Lobo
Summary: The study confirmed that two fabrics and one sealing technique were effective for creating airtight, functional actuators, while rectangular and wing-shaped actuators were more effective than Y-shaped actuators.
JOURNAL OF THE TEXTILE INSTITUTE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Yuansheng Ning, Hongbo Wang, Junjie Tian, Pan Zhu, Congliang Yang, Jianye Niu
Summary: A highly harmonized upper extremity rehabilitation robot was proposed in this paper, with optimized shoulder joint structure and analyzed workspace range. The experimental results show that the robot can increase the movement range of patients' upper extremities and improve the comfort of rehabilitation training.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART C-JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Federica Bressi, Alex Martino Cinnera, Giovanni Morone, Benedetta Campagnola, Laura Cricenti, Fabio Santacaterina, Sandra Miccinilli, Loredana Zollo, Stefano Paolucci, Vincenzo Di Lazzaro, Silvia Sterzi, Marco Bravi
Summary: Gait impairment is a common disorder in patients with chronic stroke, affecting their daily activities and quality of life. Recent studies have explored the combination of traditional rehabilitation techniques with non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) to promote recovery. Robotic devices have also shown effectiveness in motor recovery for chronic stroke patients. This systematic review aims to clarify the effectiveness of combining NIBS and robot-assisted gait training in improving walking function. The qualitative analysis of the included studies suggests a positive effect on walking recovery. Further research is needed to identify optimal therapeutic protocols.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
David Greenwald, Amrita Mohanty, Ciro Andolfi, Mohan S. Gundeti
Summary: The systematic review and meta-analysis of robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction in children found that the procedure is technically feasible and has shown favorable outcomes, but most of the evidence is retrospective, highlighting the need for further prospective research.
JOURNAL OF ENDOUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Pawel Herbin, Miroslaw Pajor
Summary: The article introduces the structure, control system, and joint drive system of the upper limb exoskeleton; utilizes Bowden cable transmission and serial elastic actuator concept to control drive torque; presents joint control methods minimizing friction impact and torque estimation methods based on the exoskeleton dynamics model.
MECHANISM AND MACHINE THEORY
(2021)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Wei Qian, Junbei Liao, Linjun Lu, Letian Ai, Miao Li, Xiaohui Xiao, Zhao Guo
Summary: This article introduces a lightweight, comfortable, cable-driven, and compliant upper limb rehabilitation exoskeleton robot. It features modular series elastic actuators that provide controlled torque for each active joint, with Bowden cables transferring torque to distal joints. The system has a large range of motion and can provide accurate torque control for stroke patients' requirements. A comprehensive rehabilitation strategy, including robot-in-charge mode and human-in-charge mode, was developed for different recovery stages. Finally, a virtual reality training system was developed to assist subjects in efficient upper limb rehabilitation.
IEEE-ASME TRANSACTIONS ON MECHATRONICS
(2023)
Review
Physiology
Yunxia Huo, Xiaohan Wang, Weihua Zhao, Huijing Hu, Le Li
Summary: Objective: Research shows the promise and efficacy of EMG-based robot interventions in improving motor function in stroke survivors. However, it is controversial whether EMG-based robot is more effective than conventional therapies. This study compares the effects of EMG-based robot and conventional rehabilitation techniques on upper limb motor control, spasticity, and activity limitation in stroke survivors.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Hsiu-Yun Hsu, Kang-Chin Yang, Chien-Hsien Yeh, Yu-Ching Lin, Keng-Ren Lin, Fong-Chin Su, Li-Chieh Kuo
Summary: This study aimed to develop a lightweight assisting tenodesis-induced-grip exoskeleton robot (TIGER) and evaluate its performance in stroke patients with hemiplegia. The results showed significant beneficial effects of TIGER training on remediating upper limb impairments in chronic stroke patients.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Naila H. Dhanani, Oscar A. Olavarria, Karla Bernardi, Nicole B. Lyons, Julie L. Holihan, Michele Loor, Alex B. Haynes, Mike K. Liang
Summary: The study compared the outcomes of robot-assisted surgery, laparoscopy, and open surgery in adults, finding no clear advantage with existing robotic platforms. While robot-assisted surgery showed fewer complications in some studies, it had longer operative duration and higher costs. Further refinement, competition, and cost reduction may improve future versions of robot-assisted surgery.
ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Andrea Baraldi Cunha, Iryna Babik, Regina Harbourne, Nathanial J. Cochran, Jaclynn Stankus, Kimberly Szucs, Michele A. Lobo
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2020)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Mihee An, Jayden Nord, Natalie A. Koziol, Stacey C. Dusing, Audrey E. Kane, Michele A. Lobo, Sarah W. Mccoy, Regina T. Harbourne
Summary: The study described the development and utilization of a fidelity measure for the START-Play intervention for children with neuromotor disorders, aiming to determine its implementation and differences compared to usual early intervention services. Results indicated good interrater reliability in 15 out of 17 fidelity variables, with significant differences in rates of key component use and quality ratings between the START-Play and uEI groups.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Andrea Baraldi Cunha, Iryna Babik, Natalie A. Koziol, Lin-Ya Hsu, Jayden Nord, Regina T. Harbourne, Sarah Westcott-McCoy, Stacey C. Dusing, James A. Bovaird, Michele A. Lobo
Summary: The MEPSAT is an effective, reliable, and sensitive tool for evaluating children's problem-solving abilities, particularly in identifying problem-solving delays in early childhood and tracking intervention progress.
PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Corri L. Stuyvenberg, Shaaron E. Brown, Ketaki Inamdar, Megan Evans, Lin-ya Hsu, Olivier Rolin, Regina T. Harbourne, Sarah Westcott McCoy, Michele A. Lobo, Natalie A. Koziol, Stacey C. Dusing
Summary: START-Play therapy for children with CP emphasizes intensity, child initiative, and family involvement; the combination of BoNT-A/phenol and START-Play shows positive impact on developmental trajectory; further research is needed to generalize these findings.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Developmental Biology
Rebecca M. Molinini, Natalie A. Koziol, Emily C. Marcinowski, Lin-Ya Hsu, Tanya Tripathi, Regina T. Harbourne, Sarah W. McCoy, Michele A. Lobo, James A. Bovaird, Stacey C. Dusing
Summary: The study found a strong correlation between early motor skills and problem-solving abilities, with baseline motor skills predicting both baseline and changes in problem-solving over time. The relationship between motor and problem-solving skills was moderated by the level of motor delay, with children with significant delay showing stronger associations compared to those with mild delay.
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Developmental Biology
Kari S. Kretch, Natalie A. Koziol, Emily C. Marcinowski, Audrey E. Kane, Ketaki Inamdar, Elena Donoso Brown, James A. Bovaird, Regina T. Harbourne, Lin-Ya Hsu, Michele A. Lobo, Stacey C. Dusing
Summary: This study explores the differences in posture usage between typically developing infants and infants with motor delay during play, and examines the real-time relationship between posture and caregiver-provided cognitive learning opportunities. The findings reveal that typically developing infants demonstrate more mature postures over time, and caregivers are more likely to provide cognitive opportunities when infants are sitting independently.
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Iryna Babik, James Cole Galloway, Michele A. Lobo
Summary: Early exploratory behaviors have a significant impact on children's development. This study found that self-exploration behaviors and object exploration behaviors were closely related, and both were significantly related to motor, language, and cognitive development. Certain specific behaviors were identified as potential indicators of developmental delay and could be targeted by interventions to improve outcomes.
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Iryna Babik, Andrea B. Cunha, Dongho Choi, Natalie A. Koziol, Regina T. Harbourne, Stacey C. Dusing, Sarah W. McCoy, James A. Bovaird, Sandra L. Willett, Michele A. Lobo
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of the START-Play intervention on reaching-related exploratory behaviors in children with neuromotor delays. The results showed that START-Play was beneficial for children with significant motor delays, especially for those who demonstrated early mastery in reaching skills.
PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Review
Rehabilitation
Julie M. Orlando, Bai Li, Barry Bodt, Michele A. Lobo
Summary: This systematic review examines perceptions from adults, children, and caregivers regarding lower extremity orthotic devices (LEODs) and how well they meet the needs of users in terms of functionality, expression, aesthetics, and accessibility (FEA2). The study finds that LEODs perform well in meeting functional needs but show room for improvement in addressing expression, aesthetics, and accessibility needs. Users' perceptions vary based on their diagnosis and the type of device used. Therefore, there is a need to enhance the design and implementation of LEODs to improve user satisfaction and device utilization.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Julie M. M. Orlando, Andrea B. B. Cunha, Zainab Alghamdi, Michele A. A. Lobo
Summary: Parents often search for information on infant development and play, but it is unclear what information popular sources provide. Researchers analyzed 313 sources from Play, Milestone, and Development Searches on Google and found that author information and information on the developmental process, parents' role, and infant readiness to play were inconsistent. Milestones were the main focus, and search terminology impacted the information received. Sources emphasized observing milestones rather than suggesting activities to facilitate learning and development. These findings emphasize the need for understanding parents' online information-seeking process and the importance of education programs that promote activities for early development.
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Nursing
Lauren B. Covington, Heidi Hildick, Anastasia Robinson, Mandy Pennington, Suzanne Mansi, Xiaopeng Ji, Abigail Strang, Seema Rani, Shannon Robson, Michele A. Lobo, Yendelela Cuffee, Janice Selekman, Sanaz Taherzadeh, Jill Carroll, Ann Covey, Kenna Murray, Chriss Zimmerman, Jennifer A. Horney, Christine Sowinski, Freda Patterson
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Kari S. Kretch, Natalie A. Koziol, Emily C. Marcinowski, Lin-Ya Hsu, Regina T. Harbourne, Michele A. Lobo, Sarah W. McCoy, Sandra L. Willett, Stacey C. Dusing
Summary: This study aims to quantify the developmental trajectories of sitting capacity and performance in infants with typical development and motor delay. The results show that infants with typical development have a faster initial increase in capacity and performance, but a more noticeable deceleration over time compared to infants with motor delay. The association between sitting capacity and independent sitting varies more across different scores for typically developing infants.
PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Cybernetics
Bai Li, Andrea B. Cunha, Sydney M. Kriner, Michele A. Lobo
Summary: This paper introduces a new soft pneumatic exoskeletal garment, the Playskin Air (TM), designed to enhance shoulder abduction for children with UE movement impairments. The results showed that after practicing with the exoskeleton for two weeks, it effectively increased the participant's active shoulder abduction and improved UE activity performance. The study highlights the usefulness of soft active UE exoskeletons for children with UE movement impairments.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2022 ACM INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON WEARABLE COMPUTERS, ISWC 2022
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Ben Greenspan, Michele A. Lobo
MULTIMODAL TECHNOLOGIES AND INTERACTION
(2020)