Physical therapists test mechanical arm to help patients recover from stroke, traumatic brain injury
Wednesday, January 28, 2009 - 05:21
in Health & Medicine
Physical therapists at UT Southwestern Medical Center are evaluating a new mechanical arm that allows people recovering from neurological injuries such as strokes and traumatic brain injury to enter a virtual world where they can repeatedly practice movements needed to regain arm strength and movement.
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