Proximal- Versus Distal-Prioritized Robotic Practice Plus Kinetic Exergaming in Stroke Rehabilitation
This research program aims at investigating the effects of upper-limb robotic therapy primed with interactive exergaming as an innovative hybrid regimen in stroke rehabilitation.
• a first ever-stroke≧3 months
• age range between 20 to 80 years
• baseline Fugl-Meyer assessment of upper extremity scale (FMA-UE) between 18 to 56
• no excessive muscle spasticity of the affected extremities (Modified Ashworth Scale \< 3 at any joints)
• able to follow examiners' commands and study instructions (Mini-Mental State Examination score≧22)
• can maintain a step-standing position for at least 30 seconds
• can walk for at least 10 meters with or without device
• no participation in further experimental rehabilitation or drug studies during the duration of the project