Abstrakt

Functional Electrical Stimulation for Grasping In Hemiplegic Patients

S. Maheswari, A. Anusuya, P. Preveena, R. Sangeetha

Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is an effective technique for the hand rehabilitation functions such as grasping and releasing. The paralysed patients cannot carry out the activities of daily living. This system can be used for the stroke and spinal cord injured individuals. The technology used in the restoration of hand functions are generally used for the neuro prosthetic restoration. Several prospective studies have shown that repeated motor practice and the motor activity in the real world environment have a favourable effect on the motor recovery in stroke patients. Functional Electrical Stimulation induces greater muscle contraction by providing stimulus through the electrode. By applying stimulus through the electrode, the grasping and the releasing actions has been achieved. The level of stimulation for the paralysed hand can be adjusted by using the control knob. This stimulation adjustment makes the patient to feel comfort.