The biorehab system allows biofeedback-using signals such as muscle activity or
joint range of motion to participate in a computer game. Goals of biorehab are
1) Muscle re-education, 2) Relaxation to decrease abnormal muscle tone.
The biorehab system is suitable for people who have experienced a medical condition
that has affected their coordination and/or strength.
Examples of appropriate conditions for use include stroke, incomplete
spinal cord injury (with some preservation of movement below the level of injury),
traumatic brain injury, recovery after nervous system or orthopedic surgery, sprains,
muscle imbalances and overuse syndromes. Duration of disability is not a factor
in predicting improvement.
Some conditions that areinappropriate for bio-rehabilitation
are lack of voluntary muscle contraction and complete spinal cord injury – no
function below the level of injury. Significantly decreased cognitive awareness
or attention or visual impairment may also prevent benefit.
Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
800 E. 28th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
612-863-4200 or toll free 866-880-3550 E-mail us
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