Abstract
Abstract
Purpose of review
The goal of the review is to highlight the growing importance of multisensory integration processes connected to bionic limbs and somatosensory feedback restoration.
Recent findings
Restoring quasi-realistic sensations by means of neurostimulation has been shown to provide functional and motor benefits in limb amputees. In the recent past, cognitive processes linked to the artificial sense of touch seemed to play a crucial role for a full prosthesis integration and acceptance.
Summary
Artificial sensory feedback implemented in bionic limbs enhances the cognitive integration of the prosthetic device in amputees. The multisensory experience can be measured and must be considered in the design of novel somatosensory neural prostheses where the goal is to provide a realistic sensory experience to the prosthetic user. The correct integration of these sensory signals will guarantee higher-level cognitive benefits as a better prosthesis embodiment and a reduction of perceived limb distortions.
Funder
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Rehabilitation,Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation,Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,Medicine (miscellaneous)
Cited by
7 articles.
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