The research performed in our laboratory is focused on restoring functional movements to individuals with disabilities, especially those with cervical spinal cord injuries and upper extremity amputations. Much of our ongoing research is focused on the use of functional electrical stimulation (FES) to reanimate paralyzed muscles and restore control over some important functions. We perform research at a variety of levels, including cell-based treatments, engineering development, control systems, and surgical implementation and deployment of movement restoration systems. Our research team is composed of therapists, staff engineers, and graduate students, who all work across many levels to develop and provide truly novel rehabilitation solutions.
