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Product Description Neurorehabilitation Technology provides an accessible, practical overview of the all the major areas of development and application in the field. The initial chapters provide a clear, concise explanation of the rationale for robot use and the science behind the technology before proceeding to outline a theoretical framework for robotics in neurorehabilitative therapy. Subsequent chapters provide detailed practical information on state-of-the-art clinical applications of robotic devices, including robotics for locomotion; posture and balance and upper extremity recovery in stroke and spinal cord injury. Schematic diagrams, photographs and tables will be included to clarify the information for the reader. The book also discusses standard and safety issues and future perspectives. Review “This well written and comprehensive book reviews fundamental principles and practical applications of technology used in neurorehabilitation. … This book can be used by engineers, scientists, and rehabilitation clinicians who are interested in obtaining an in-depth understanding of various forms of rehabilitation technology. … It also represents a step above the first edition, and would be a unique and useful contribution to a rehabilitation library.” (Elliot J. Roth, Doody’s Book Reviews, April, 2017) About the Author David J. Reinkensmeyer David Reinkensmeyer is Professor in the Departments of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Anatomy and Neurobiology, Biomedical Engineering, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of California Irvine. His research interests are in neuromuscular control, motor learning, robotics, and rehabilitation. A major goal of his research is to develop physically interacting, robotic and mechatronic devices to help the nervous system recover the ability to control movement of the arm, hand, and leg after neurologic injuries such as stroke and spinal cord inju