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Transforming Stroke Recovery: Advancing Rehabilitation with Innovative Supine Ankle Robotics
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Journal of Physiotherapy & Physical Rehabilitation

ISSN: 2573-0312

Open Access

Commentary - (2023) Volume 8, Issue 4

Transforming Stroke Recovery: Advancing Rehabilitation with Innovative Supine Ankle Robotics

Michele Lopez*
*Correspondence: Michele Lopez, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Miami Hospital and Clinics, Miami, FL 33136, USA, Email:
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Miami Hospital and Clinics, Miami, FL 33136, USA

Received: 03-Jul-2023, Manuscript No. jppr-23-110436; Editor assigned: 05-Jul-2023, Pre QC No. P-110436; Reviewed: 17-Jul-2023, QC No. Q-110436; Revised: 22-Jul-2023, Manuscript No. R-110436; Published: 31-Jul-2023 , DOI: 10.37421/2573-0312.2023.8.337
Citation: Lopez, Michele. “Transforming Stroke Recovery: Advancing Rehabilitation with Innovative Supine Ankle Robotics.” Physiother Rehabil 8 (2023): 337.
Copyright: © 2023 Lopez M. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.

Introduction

Stroke is an intense cerebrovascular illness which is brought about by the unexpected burst of cerebral veins or the blockage of blood stream to the mind, bringing about harm to cerebrum tissues. It incorporates ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. It is portrayed by a high occurrence rate, high death rate, high incapacity rate, and different intricacies, particularly the inclination to cause hemiplegia and gentle hemiplegia [1]. For stroke patients, the lower leg joint assumes a significant part in day to day exercises, and serious lower leg joint contracture brought about by stroke enormously restricts the versatility of stroke survivors. Traditional methods of stroke rehabilitation have shown promise, but advancements in technology continue to reshape the landscape of recovery strategies. One such innovation is the use of innovative supine ankle robotics, which holds the potential to revolutionize stroke rehabilitation by enhancing recovery outcomes [2].

Ankle joint rehabilitation assumes a critical part in the step execution and everyday movement recuperation of stroke patients. Customary restoration preparing typically requires one-on-one or gathering discussions, which are wasteful, work escalated, and need logical and successful information checking and criticism. Robot-helped treatment has been proposed as a strategy to resolve these issues. With the profound coordination of restoration medication and mechanical technology, different models of lower leg joint recovery robots have been planned. Ordinarily, lower leg joint recovery robots can be separated into two kinds: wearable and stage based robotics [3].

Description

The novel concept of integrating robotics into stroke rehabilitation has gained traction in recent years, and the application of supine ankle robotics represents a paradigm shift in this arena. Unlike traditional rehabilitation methods, the supine position provides a unique advantage by allowing targeted manipulation of the ankle joint's range of motion. This deliberate approach minimizes the potential risks associated with weight-bearing activities and enables therapists to precisely control movement patterns. Supine ankle robotics, characterized by its ability to deliver adjustable and controlled movements, holds immense promise for augmenting stroke recovery outcomes [4]. By providing repetitive and tailored exercises, this technology stimulates neural pathways, capitalizing on the brain's inherent plasticity to facilitate efficient rewiring. The robotic system's adaptability ensures that rehabilitation protocols can be customized to cater to individual needs, optimizing the recovery process. One of the key advantages of supine ankle robotics lies in its capacity to collect real-time data on patient progress. This data-driven approach empowers healthcare professionals with insights into each patient's responsiveness and adaptability to rehabilitation exercises. Such information allows therapists to calibrate interventions in real-time, making the rehabilitation process more dynamic and responsive to the patient's evolving needs [5].

Conclusion

In the pursuit of transforming stroke recovery, the integration of innovative supine ankle robotics emerges as a ground-breaking avenue. This technology's potential to facilitate controlled and precise ankle movements in a supine position opens doors to more effective rehabilitation protocols. By capitalizing on the principles of neuroplasticity and tailored exercises, supine ankle robotics addresses the multifaceted challenges posed by stroke, encompassing both motor recovery and the prevention of secondary complications. While the promise of innovative supine ankle robotics is substantial, the path forward necessitates collaborative efforts between rehabilitation specialists, engineers, and researchers. Challenges such as patient-specific customization, safety assurance, and seamless integration into existing clinical practices need to be navigated. However, the prospect of revolutionizing stroke recovery by merging the ingenuity of human expertise with technological innovation is a compelling incentive to drive progress in this domain. As the field evolves, the fusion of cutting-edge robotics and stroke rehabilitation holds the potential to reshape the trajectories of recovery, offering new avenues of hope and restoration for stroke survivors striving to reclaim their quality of life.

Acknowledgement

None.

Conflict of Interest

There are no conflicts of interest by author.

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