Lower limb amputees rely on their prosthetic to remain active and lead an independent life. In recent years, measuring residual muscle activity has been used to interpret a user's intent and thereby modulate prosthesis control. However, little knowledge is held on how residual muscle activity differs from non-amputated muscle. The research team will analyze and compare neuromuscular physiology in non-amputee individuals and amputees' non-amputated and residual muscles across functional tasks to better understand how amputees control their muscles. Such information will inform design of modern prosthesis controllers.
Amputation
Lower limb amputees rely on their prosthetic to remain active and lead an independent life. In recent years, measuring residual muscle activity has been used to interpret a user's intent and thereby modulate prosthesis control. However, little knowledge is held on how residual muscle activity differs from non-amputated muscle. The research team will analyze and compare neuromuscular physiology in non-amputee individuals and amputees' non-amputated and residual muscles across functional tasks to better understand how amputees control their muscles. Such information will inform design of modern prosthesis controllers.
Comparing Intact and Residual Amputated Muscle
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North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27695
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18 Years to 64 Years
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North Carolina State University,
2025-05-31