Abstract
To infer spatial-temporal features of an external event we are guided by multisensory cues, with intensive research showing an enhancement in the perception when information coming from different sensory modalities are integrated. In this scenario, the motor system seems to also have an important role in boosting perception. With the present work, we introduce and validate a novel portable technology, named MultiTab, which is able to provide auditory and visual stimulation, as well as to measure the user's manual responses. Our preliminary results indicate that MultiTab reliably induces multisensory integration in a spatial localization task, shown by significantly reduced manual response times in the localization of audiovisual stimuli compared to unisensory stimuliClinical relevance- The current work presents a novel portable device that could contribute to the clinical evaluation of multisensory processing as well as spatial perception. In addition, by promoting and recording manual actions, MultiTab could be especially suitable for the design of rehabilitative protocols using multisensory motor training.
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