Impact of iWakka Training on Cerebral Blood Flow and Hand Function in Stroke Patients with Left Hemiplegia

  • Runhong Yao
  • , Yoshifumi Morita
  • , Kouji Yamada
  • , Fumio Okuyama
  • , Yusuke Morita

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Abstract

iWakka is a game-based rehabilitation intervention that trains handgrip force and dexterity. This study investigated the effects of iWakka training on cerebral blood flow (CBF) and hand function in individuals with left hemiplegia. Three participants with left hemiplegia underwent iWakka training for four weeks. The preliminary findings suggest that iWakka training may be a promising intervention for improving CBF and hand function in individuals with left hemiplegia.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 17th International Convention on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology, i-CREATe 2024 and World Rehabilitation Robot Convention, WRRC 2024 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350355154
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Externally publishedYes
Event17th International Convention on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology, i-CREATe 2024 - Shanghai, China
Duration: 23-08-202426-08-2024

Publication series

Name2024 17th International Convention on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology, i-CREATe 2024 and World Rehabilitation Robot Convention, WRRC 2024 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference17th International Convention on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology, i-CREATe 2024
Country/TerritoryChina
CityShanghai
Period23-08-2426-08-24

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Biomedical Engineering

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