REHB8014 Virtual Reality and Robotics in Neuro-rehabilitation

Ms Heather Weber

2018

4.5

1 x 16-hour intensive workshop once-only
1 x 8-hour independent study weekly

1 Admission into GCCR-Graduate Certificate in Clinical Rehabilitation
1a Admission into GDPCR-Graduate Diploma in Clinical Rehabilitation
1b Admission into MCRNOT-Master of Clinical Rehabilitation (Neurological Occupational Therapy)
1c Admission into MCRNPT-Master of Clinical Rehabilitation (Neurological Physiotherapy)
1d Admission into MCR-Master of Clinical Rehabilitation
1e Admission into MCRA-Master of Clinical Rehabilitation [1.5 years]
1f Admission into MHCR/R-Master of Health and Clinical Research
Must Satisfy: ((1 or 1a or 1b or 1c or 1d or 1e or 1f))

Knowledge of neurological disorders such as stroke and brain injury as found in REHB8004 or REHB8005. Health Professional background.

Review of fundamental mechanisms underlying the neuroplasticity that is induced by skill training and rehabilitation. Overview of clinical interventions that promote neural repair (therapy, electrical stimulation and robotics).Review of clinical trial evidence regarding new technologies in neuro-rehabilitation.
Review of traditional therapies in neurological conditions. Examination of traditional therapies to improve upper and lower limb function following neurological injury. Examination of new approaches to improve upper and lower limb function.
Virtual Reality - Medical Games, Immersive approaches - understanding presence
Robotics and Haptics - simulation -- understanding motivational aspects of
rehabilitation and issues around dose of therapy
Implementation issues with new technologies - staffing, programming, technical support
Outcome assessment with new technologies - individual and program level

This topic aims to provide an opportunity for students to increase their understanding of the key principles in using new technologies such as virtual reality, robotics and haptics in neurorehabilitation.

On completion of the topic, students will be expected to be able to:

Provide a basic description of neuroplasticity that underlies skill training and other neuro-rehabilitation approaches
Identify and describe key approaches and programs for the use of new technologies such as robotics, haptics, medical games, and virtual rehabilitation in patients with neurological injuries
Identify and describe key approaches and programs for the use of new technologies such as robotics, haptics, medical games, virtual rehabilitation and tele-rehabilitation in patients with neurological injuries
Identify and manage disabilities using new technologies in rehabilitation
Develop a rehabilitation plan, incorporating virtual reality or another new technology, for a designated case study of a person.

Key dates and timetable

Timetable details for 2018 are no longer published.

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