The podcast explores the unique ability of mirror neurons in the premotor and parietal cortices to fire both during action execution and observation. For patients with limited movement, simply watching a functional task can activate latent motor circuits and prime them for execution. It explains how combining this observational learning with EMG-triggered stimulation creates a […]
An in-depth look at how neurological injury disrupts the sensorimotor loop and how technology can restore the brain’s essential sensory feedback.
This episode focuses on the clinical value of “invisible” intent, where the brain attempts movement that doesn’t yet result in joint motion. It explains how surface EMG can detect micro-volitional signals as low as 10 – 30 microvolts, which reflect genuine descending neural drive. Biofeedback transforms these signals into visual data, allowing patients to see […]
The podcast dives into the fundamental clinical problem where many patients lack the voluntary activation needed for the high repetitions required for neuroplasticity. While traditional FES systems produced passive muscle contractions independently of intent, modern closed-loop systems synchronize stimulation with the patient’s own effort. This pairing strengthens the sensorimotor loop by providing immediate proprioceptive feedback […]
