Vijay KumarKnowledge Contributor
What are some examples of soft robotic actuators used in rehabilitation robotics for assisting patients with neurological disorders, musculoskeletal injuries, or mobility impairments, and how do they provide adaptive assistance, therapeutic exercise, or functional training for promoting motor recovery, mobility restoration, or independence in daily activities?
What are some examples of soft robotic actuators used in rehabilitation robotics for assisting patients with neurological disorders, musculoskeletal injuries, or mobility impairments, and how do they provide adaptive assistance, therapeutic exercise, or functional training for promoting motor recovery, mobility restoration, or independence in daily activities?
Examples include soft wearable exoskeletons, pneumatic muscle actuators, and compliant rehabilitation devices designed for upper limb assistance. These actuators apply assistive forces, guide movement patterns, and facilitate repetitive exercises to promote motor learning, muscle strengthening, or joint flexibility, enabling individuals with neurological or musculoskeletal conditions to regain function and improve quality of life through rehabilitation therapy.