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. 2021 Apr;41(2):206-216.
doi: 10.1055/s-0041-1725137. Epub 2021 Mar 19.

Brain-Computer Interfaces in Neurorecovery and Neurorehabilitation

Michael J Young  1 , David J Lin  1   2   3 , Leigh R Hochberg  1   2   3
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Brain-Computer Interfaces in Neurorecovery and Neurorehabilitation

Michael J Young et al. Semin Neurol. 2021 Apr.

Abstract

Recent advances in brain-computer interface technology to restore and rehabilitate neurologic function aim to enable persons with disabling neurologic conditions to communicate, interact with the environment, and achieve other key activities of daily living and personal goals. Here we evaluate the principles, benefits, challenges, and future directions of brain-computer interfaces in the context of neurorehabilitation. We then explore the clinical translation of these technologies and propose an approach to facilitate implementation of brain-computer interfaces for persons with neurologic disease.

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Disclosure The authors report no conflicts of interest in this work.

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Figure 1.
Lifecycle of BCI Development
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Figure 2.
Schematic of BrainGate BCI Setup. This figure depicts the percutaneous and cable-connected system used currently. Percutaneous wireless systems are in clinical testing, and fully implanted systems are in development.
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