Recovering Arm Functions Through a Mind-Controlled Robot

Who can participate?

  •    Had the stroke more than 6 months ago
  •    Are able to communicate and follow instructions from others
  •    Are able to move your shoulder (minimal)
  •    Currently not enrolled in other research or  rehabilitation programs
  •    Willing to come to SFU (Burnaby or Surrey)

 

What do I need to do?

  •    During the experiment, you will wear 1) A cap that can record your brain

         activity and 2) a robotic orthosis for the elbow/hand

  •    You will use mental imagination to move the robot
  •    This robot will help you perform upper limb tasks, grasping, pick-place, etc.

 

Where do I go?

  •      Simon Fraser University (Surrey or Burnaby Campus)

          OR

  •       Surrey (14568 104A Avenue, Surrey)

 

Who to contact for more information?

     MENRVA Research Group

     778-782-5188 

     

 

You will receive an honorarium to offset your expenses and taking part in research is voluntary. Thank you for your consideration.