Abstract
Millions of people suffer a stroke each year. One of the problems after stroke is hemiplegic hand. In previous studies a lot of robotic based devices has been suggested for rehabilitation of hemiplegic hand. Actuators using for force transmitting in previous devices have some disadvantages. One of them is misalignment on the centre of rotation between joints used in devices and joints of the hand. In this study a novel device is suggested to perform the finger exercises. The device has a cable and spring driven mechanism with an electrical linear actuator. The device allows both passive and active exercises. It is aimed that the device is suitable for at home use, wearable, portable and low cost. It is expected from the new device that it will reduces the rehabilitation cost and therapy period. The device can be used for other rehabilitation treatments such as nerve injury, nerve compression, tendon injury, fracture and sport injury besides stroke rehabilitation.
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