This book contains a comprehensive overview of all current uses of robots in rehabilitation. The underlying principles in each application are provided. This is followed by a critical review of the technology available, of the utilization protocols, and of user studies, outcomes, and clinical evidence, if existing. Ethical and social implications of robot use are also discussed. The reader will have an in depth view of rehabilitation robots, from principles to practice.
| ISBN: | 9781498745727 |
| Publication date: | 31st January 2017 |
| Author: | Pedro (Catholic University of Portugal, Lisbon) Encarnação |
| Publisher: | CRC Press Inc an imprint of Taylor & Francis Inc |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 382 pages |
| Series: | Rehabilitation Science in Practice Series |
| Genres: |
Biology, life sciences Environmental science, engineering and technology Medicine: general issues Family and health Educational: Sciences, general science Biomedical engineering Rehabilitation |