The researchers not only looked into a technical solution, they also obtained more insight into the development of arm function in boys and men with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy through the Duchenne Dynamic Arm Study (DDAS). (sciencedaily.com)
Shepherd Center is one of 12 U.S. centers participating in a clinical trial that is evaluating whether coupling navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) of the brain with standard occupational therapy can measurably improve hand and arm function following a stroke. (sciencedaily.com)
Working with Columbia Technology Ventures, a team of individuals ranging from professors at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons to undergraduate students at Columbia's School of Engineering and Applied Science has developed a device meant to improve arm function in patients with SMA. (smafoundation.org)