Upper limb sensory processing: development of a robotic paradigm KU Leuven
Stroke is the third leading cause of death and disability in the world. Following stroke, upper limb motor and somatosensory impairments are frequently present. In the acute stage after stroke, up to 50% of survivors show exteroceptive impairments, and up to 63% show proprioceptive and sensory processing impairments. Exteroception is the detection of touch, pain, and temperature on the skin. Proprioception is the detection of joint position ...