New and emerging technologies are taking over Neurorehabilitation.
Healthcare consumers/patients are looking for outcome-based therapies. Conventional practices are not outcome-based, or it does not define outcomes before starting. However, AI-enabled, robot-assisted technologies predict the outcomes based on patient conditions.
Robot-assisted Neurorehabilitation
Robot-assisted Neurorehabilitation has undergone significant advancements in the past few years. Although conventional neurorehabilitation methods treating common neurological conditions like spinal cord injury, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, spasticity, severe brain injury, and cognitive disorders may have limited efficacy, new technologies have been reported to improve the effectiveness of outcome-based rehabilitation strategies.
New and emerging technologies can be used alongside robot-assisted training to help improve patient function. These technologies include virtual and augmented reality, non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS), and functional electrostimulation. When combined with robot-assisted technologies, these tools can enhance the intensity and quality of Neurorehabilitation by manipulating brain excitability and plasticity.
Various forms of assistive technology, Neurorobotics, Brain-computer Interface, Wearable Devices and Non-invasive Stimulators
It can further aid in recovering well-being and improve patients’ quality of life during and after rehabilitation therapy.
Neurobiological evaluation speeds up the process.
New and innovative applications of advanced technologies for Neurorehabilitation are proving to be highly beneficial in achieving reliable measurements of brain plasticity.
Functional MRI, high-density EEG, and near-infrared spectroscopy rapidly become the preferred outcome measures. A solid neurobiological evaluation of current approaches to neurological disorders can be established by creating translational and back-translational models. Research on new techniques during the acute phase of neurological ailments, mainly focusing on the most appropriate timing of intervention, plays an essential role in further optimizing Neurorehabilitation.
Neurological rehabilitation programs are designed to treat diseases, injuries, or nervous system disorders. These programs can be conducted on an inpatient or outpatient basis or a combination of both.
A team of skilled professionals is required to carry out the rehabilitation, including neurologists (or neurosurgeons), orthopaedists (orthopaedic surgeons), physical/occupational therapists, psychologists/psychiatrists, physiatrists, internists, and case managers, as well as recreational therapists, among others.
Leading providers in the market:
Abbott, NEURO REHAB VR, Cyberdyne, Hocoma AG, Rex Bionics Ltd, Kinova Inc, and Tyromotion GmbH. They are supplying Rehabilitation Centers, Hospitals and Clinics, and Home Care, which are investing in these advanced technologies.
Supporting activities support faster results
Supporting activities that complement robotic neurorehabilitation therapies include:
1. Speech therapy can help with speaking, reading, and writing. Various methods stimulate speech and motor output, including constraint-induced language therapy.
2. To improve movement, gait, and balance coordination, there are several activities that you can try. These include prism adaptation therapy, virtual feedback therapies, and experience-dependent learning.
3. Constraint-induced movement therapy is another effective method. Transcranial magnetic stimulation can help to induce a permissive brain state, which is beneficial for motor and cognitive recovery, as well as for treating depression.
4. Transcranial direct current stimulation can promote better rehabilitation outcomes and improve mood, motor, and cognitive function.
5. If you need help with nutrition, there are nutrition counseling services available. Stress, anxiety, and depression management can also be provided. Additionally, you can receive assistance with daily activities, such as eating, dressing, bathing, and essential housekeeping skills.
Neurorehabilitation Disorders and Data-Driven Approach
The following disorders can affect the vascular system: ischemic heart disease, hemorrhagic strokes, and subdural hematoma.
Infections, structural or neuromuscular disorders, degenerative disorders, functional disorders, and trauma can also cause various disorders.
There is an increasing interest in using data-driven systematic reviews and meta-analyses to evaluate Neurorehabilitation.
Although applying evidence-based medicine in this field has been somewhat challenging, there has been a recent surge in participation and interest in consensus conferences.
New randomized controlled trials that investigate and assess the effectiveness of combined drug and physiotherapy treatments are also emerging.
These trials offer improved visibility in Neurorehabilitation in general and aim to enhance the function and alleviate the symptoms of individual patients.
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