International Stroke Conference Digest - February 21, 2008 - (Page 6)

2008 isC digest | New Orleans | February 21 Session examines new technology in rehabilitation to move their limb according to their intent,” Dr. Chae said. Dr. Chae’s lecture, “Functional Electrical P h y s i c i a n s w i l l b e Stimulation,” will address technologies introduced to new technologies that are currently commercially available to to facilitate neurological recovery physicians in the form of surface electrical in stroke patients with paralysis stimulation devices, as well as some today in a symposium titled experimental implantable devices. “Technology: Replacement One device he’ll discuss of Lost CNS Function.” is a neuroprosthesis that The session , wh ic h allows stroke patients with beg i ns at 9:10 a.m . i n foot-drop to walk better. L a L ou i sia n ne A / B , i s This device electrically d r i ve n b y t he t he or y stimulates the ankle to lift t hat recover y of l i mb as soon as the heel is lifted, movement after stroke is and after the leg swings due to activity-dependent through and the heel hits neural plasticity; in order the ground, it lets go of the for the brain to recover, ankle. there needs to be cognitive “We believe, although John Chae, MD intent and corresponding this hasn’t been shown yet, input from the periphery. that this type of treatment Moderator John Chae, MD, said that is better in facilitating neurological recovery a number of lab studies and clinical than using a brace, which is the standard studies indicate that movement of the of care right now,” said Dr. Chae, who is limb, especially volitionally mediated Associate Professor of Physical Medicine and movement that requires skill and is Rehabilitation and Biomedical Engineering functionally relevant, promotes faster at Case Western Reserve University. His neurological recovery. “But given that research is funded by the National Institutes many of these individuals have paralysis, of Health and focuses on the application these technologies have been developed to of functional electrical stimulation for facilitate recovery by assisting individuals neuroprostheses, neural plasticity, and shoulder dysfunction in hemiplegia. He is presently Chair of the NIH National Institute of Child Health and Human Development function, Integration and Rehabilitation Sciences study section. Dr. Chae also will discuss devices that are triggered by electromyographic (EMG) signals, These devices use the weak electrical activity that exists in patients who can partially move a limb, and amplify that electricity back into those muscles. “It’s kind of like power-steering, if you will,” Dr. Chae said. “In all likelihood the most effective way to facilitate neurological recovery is to get a direct harness of the patient’s intent.” The session’s second lecture, “Brain Computer Interface,” will also address harnessing the patients intent; but directly from the brain instead of from the electrical signals in the muscle. Leigh R. Hochberg, MD, PhD, will discuss recording activity in the brain that is consistent with the patient’s intent. These signals in the brain can then be interpreted and transmitted to an environmental control unit or a neuroprosthesis. Dr. Hochberg is an attending physician in neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Associate Neurologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He’s also an Instructor in Neurology at Harvard Medical School, and Associate Investigator for Rehabilitation R&D for the Department of Veterans Affairs. In the session’s third lecture, JiPing He, PhD, will discuss exoskeletal devices that are fitted around paralyzed limbs. These robots move the limb, whether it’s according to the patient’s intent or an outside control. Dr. He is a Professor in the Harrington Depa r t ment of Bioeng i neer i ng a nd an Affiliate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Department at Arizona State University. He is also Director of the IGERT Program on Neural & Musculoskeletal Adaptation. The final lecture, titled “Bions,” is from Jane Burridge, PhD, a Senior Lecturer in Neurorehabilitation in the School of Health Professions and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Southhamption, United Kingdom. Her research interests are in functional electrical stimulation of both upper and lower limbs in stroke rehabilitation and spinal cord injury. Dr. Burridge will present a feasibility study using implantable microstimulators to facilitate recovery of upper limb function in hemparesis. The microstimulators are implanted near muscles or nerves and controlled by an external antenna. Dr. Burridge will discuss the impact of this intervention of neurological recovery. Multimedia Products/Services The following multimedia products/services are available at the Ernest N Morial Convention Center. Abstracts on CD-ROM – Booth 105 This complimentary CD-ROM allows you to search for abstracts by full text, author, title, or topic. Limited quantities available. CME/CE – strokeconference.org CME/CE credit will be available online at strokeconference.org starting Feb. 26, 2008, at 12 p.m. CST. You may access the system by signing in with your conference badge number or AHA username and password. Colleague Connection – Communication Centers This online resource allows you to connect with attendees or exhibitors, search for products or presentations, and plan your agenda all in one convenient location. Connect to Colleague Connection at any of the Communication Center locations. Communication Centers – Hall A Lobby and 2nd Level Provides Internet access, conference messaging, exhibit hall floor plan, and a people search. Access Communication Centers by typing in your ID number, which is printed upside down on your name badge. Core Collection 2008 CD-ROM – Headquarters Booth 425 All AHA scientific statements and practice guidelines are included on this complimentary, customizable CDROM. Limited quantities available. Encore Theater – Hall A Lobby Miss a presentation? Visit this area to view selected poster and oral presentations from this year’s meeting. HeadQuarters – Booth 425 Get information on professional education, consumer awareness activities, quality improvement programs, professional membership opportunities, and scientific publications. International Attendee Verification International attendees may obtain an attendance verification form at the on-site registration desk beginning Feb. 21, 2008. Laptop Lounge – Booth 339 Visit this area to access the Internet through your laptop by using either a laptop connection or Wi-Fi wireless technology. PDA & Wireless Device Technology (SNAP Guide) – HeadQuarters Booth 425 Look for beaming stations at ASA HeadQuarters Booth 425 to instantly access meeting information in PDA format. At HeadQuarters, download conference abstracts and scientific statements and practice guidelines. For those attendees with a wireless web device, we now have an online version. Stroke Science OnDemand® – Hall A Lobby and HeadQuarters Booth 425 This exciting tool features all available sessions from the International Stroke Conference and the State-ofthe-Art Stroke Nursing Symposium, complete with digital audio recordings, synchronized slides, transcripts, advanced Google™ search capabilities and electronic posters. Purchase online access only or with a CD-ROM companion set. AHA/ASA Professional Members receive a 40% discount and Nonmember attendees receive a 10% discount. International Stroke Conference 2009 Call for Science submit session ideas Suggested Session Submitter Opens: Monday, Feb. 18, 2008 Suggested Session Submitter Closes: Monday, Mar. 17, 2008 submit abstracts Submission Opens: Monday, June 16, 2008 Submission Closes: Monday, Aug. 11, 2008 submit Late-breaking science and ongoing Clinical trials abstracts Submission Opens: Monday, Oct. 6, 2008 Submission Closes: Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 http://strokeconference.org http://strokeconference.org

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