Upper Extremity Robotics

Studies show that through repetition and practice, recovery of motor function is possible even years after a neurologic injury such as, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury or multiple sclerosis. However, if you or someone you care for has had a neurologic, you are aware of how difficult it can be to practice therapeutic training design to promote motor recovery.

Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital has "therapy" robots to assist our patients in precise therapeutic training. These robotic devices are utilized and managed by licensed therapists to achieve outcomes that balance assistance with challenge in therapeutic settings.

Myomo e100

Frequently Asked Questions .pdf

The Myomo e100 NeuroRobotic System is a new category of medical device technology designed to help individuals relearn how to move partially paralyzed arms after stroke. The device does not require surgery, oral medicine or electrical stimulation. Instead the Myomo e100 employs advanced NeuroRobotics technology to allow individuals to self initiate and control movement of affected limbs using their own biological signals.

The lightweight, portable robotic device is worn on a patient's arm. A sensor that sits on the skin's surface is used to detect a person's muscle signal as he or she attempts movement. When muscles fire, the signal is processed to the robot to assist the person in achieving movement of the affected arm. The device facilitates goal-oriented training in seated, standing or ambulatory activities depending on patient ability.

Published research has shown that individuals who have had neurologic injuries up to 20 years ago may still benefit from using the Myomo e100 NeuroRobotic System under the guidance of a licensed occupational or physical therapist. Moreover, therapists can customize the device and therapy program for each patient.

The technology was invented by MIT scientists who established Boston-based Myomo, Inc. to introduce the innovation to the stroke community at large after years of development.

Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital is the first facility in the country to offer customizable treatment programs using the Myomo e100 NeuroRobotic System.

Location

South Shore
Braintree

Read more about the Myomo E100
Robot Helping Stroke Survivors Recover Years Later
Braintree Rehab Facility First In World To Offer Myomo
WCVB-TV 5 Boston, March 19, 2008
 
A GOOD AGE: Robotic arm draws out-of-state attention
Patriot Ledger, August 7, 2007
 
STROKE REHABILITATION - More local patients to benefit from new robotic brace
Patriot Ledger, July 12, 2007
 
YEARS AFTER A STROKE - PROGRESS: Device awaiting approval from FDA
Patriot Ledger, May 9, 2007