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Robotic Mirror Therapy System for Functional Recovery of Hemiplegic Arms
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2016
We developed a real-time mirror robot system for functional recovery of hemiplegic arms using automatic control technology, conducted a clinical study on healthy subjects, and determined tasks through feedback from rehabilitation doctors. This simple mirror robot can be applied effectively to occupational therapy in stroke patients with a hemiplegic arm.
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Pulmonary Function Tests
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2024
Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) Pulmonary Function Tests are crucial diagnostic tools for assessing respiratory function, particularly in patients with chronic respiratory disorders. They comprehensively evaluate lung volumes, ventilatory function, breathing mechanics, diffusion, and gas exchange. These tests help diagnose pulmonary diseases and play a significant role in monitoring disease progression, evaluating disability, and assessing response to therapy. PFTs involve using a spirometer, a...
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Functional Human Liver Preservation and Recovery by Means of Subnormothermic Machine Perfusion
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2015
We describe a method of ex vivo machine perfusion of human liver grafts at subnormothermic temperature (21 °C).
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Computerized Adaptive Testing System of Functional Assessment of Stroke
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2019
Here, we present a protocol to develop the computerized adaptive testing system of the functional assessment of stroke (CAT-FAS). The CAT-FAS can simultaneously assess four functions (two motor functions [upper and lower extremities], postural control, and basic activities of daily living) with sufficient reliability and administrative efficiency.
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A Simple Behavioral Assay for Testing Visual Function in Xenopus laevis
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2014
Xenopus laevis tadpoles prefer swimming on the white side of a black/white tank. This behavior is guided by their vision. Based on this behavior, we present a simple assay to test the visual function of tadpoles.
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Standardization makes results more interpretable across assessments by keeping the task and testing conditions defined. A clinician can compare performance with a baseline or reference value, then determine whether walking, balance, strength, range of motion, or coordination has changed. This supports objective monitoring rather than relying only on impressions.
Repeated testing reveals the direction of recovery, not merely a single result. Comparing scores or observed performance over time can show improvement, persistent limitations, or a response to treatment. The pattern helps clinicians judge whether current rehabilitation goals remain appropriate and provides a clearer basis for discussing progress with the patient.
The assessment can focus on the abilities most relevant to the person’s condition and recovery goals. Physical tasks may examine walking, balance, strength, range of motion, or coordination, while other evaluations address cognitive abilities or daily-living activities. Selecting appropriate domains helps reveal limitations that may not appear in a single type of task.
Clinicians first assess performance under defined conditions, using tasks suited to the abilities being monitored. They compare the findings with a baseline or reference value and repeat the assessment when progress needs tracking. The resulting information can identify continuing limitations, guide rehabilitation planning, and document changes after illness, injury, surgery, or treatment.
These tests are relevant after illness, injury, surgery, or treatment when clinicians need objective information about regained function. They can be used during rehabilitation to monitor change and at outcome evaluations to examine the effects of care. Their findings help determine which abilities have improved and which limitations may still require attention.
Results can show whether functional performance is improving, remaining limited, or changing after treatment. They support individualized rehabilitation plans by linking observed abilities with ongoing needs. Because the findings provide objective evidence, they also improve communication among patients, therapists, and healthcare teams about progress, limitations, and treatment outcomes.