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Mumford, N. and Wilson, P., Brain Injury, Volume 23, Issue 3 March 2009, pages 179–191.
Virtual reality therapy (3-D computer-based technology that allows a user to interact with a simulated or real environment) is being used to improve arm and hand functioning after brain injury. For example, people may have to reach or point to objects during a game or "play the piano." The authors of this article reviewed several studies on the virtual reality approach and conclude that it shows "early promise." They also suggest more comprehensive studies are needed.
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The HandTutor is a rehabilitation glove and software which offers impairment orientated training and augmented feedback. The HandTutor rehabilitates fine movements of the hand and wrist by encouraging and motivating the patient to do active and intensive hand exercises. The device is used in hospitals and community clinics as well as through tele rehabilitation. Examples of patients that are treated include, TBI, stroke, CP, Orthopedic hand and arm surgery, development co-ordination disorders in children etc. We are currently using the HandTutor in hospital, community and tele-rehabilitation. alan@meditouch.co.il
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