Quantifying Motor Function: A Proof-of-Concept Investigation

Stroke is the leading causes of permanent disability in adults in the world. However, rehabilitation can be a long process requiring hard labor with high cost. This project proposes to develop a rapid and easy to record indicator of motor performance for individuals with neuro/motor conditions. The team intend to develop an electroencephalography (EEG) based technique to derive a motor score suitable for assessing impact of rehabilitation protocols/interventions. The team intend to test the EEG-based M-Score of the first objective in a proof-of-concept rehabilitation study where the Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS™) developed by the supporting organization is paired with state-of-the-art robotic systems available in Dr. Menon’s laboratory to improve motor performance.

Faculty Supervisor:

Carlo Menon

Student:

Partner:

Helius Medical Technologies Canada Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Simon Fraser University

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