Using a simple rope-pulley system that mechanically couples the arms, legs, and treadmill reduces the metabolic cost of walking
Abstract Background Emphasizing the active use of the arms and coordinating them with the stepping motion of the legs may promote walking recovery in patients with impaired lower limb function. Yet, most approaches use seated devices to allow coupled arm and leg movements. To provide an option durin...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-06-01
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| Series: | Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12984-021-00887-3 |