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Devices and Protocols for Upper Limb Robot-Assisted Rehabilitation of Children with Neuromotor Disorders

Valeria Falzarano    
Francesca Marini    
Pietro Morasso and Jacopo Zenzeri    

Resumen

Neuromotor disorders negatively affect the sensorimotor system, limiting the ability to perform daily activities autonomously. Rehabilitation of upper limb impairments is therefore essential to improve independence and quality of life. In the last two decades, there has been a growing interest in robot-assisted rehabilitation as a beneficial way to promote children recovery process. However, a common understanding of the best drivers of an effective intervention has not been reached yet. With this aim, the current study reviewed the existing literature on robot-assisted rehabilitation protocols for upper extremities in children, with the goal of examining the effects of robotic therapy on their sensorimotor recovery process. A literature search was conducted in several electronic database to identify the studies related to the application of robotic therapy on upper limbs in the pediatric population. We analyzed three reviews and 35 studies that used 14 different robotic devices, and an overview of their characteristics, applications in the clinical setting and results is provided. Besides, the potential benefits of robot-assisted assessment and therapy are discussed to identify the key factors yielding positive outcomes in children. Finally, this review aim to lay the foundations for more effective neuroplasticity-enhancement protocols and elicit insights into robot-based approaches.

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