Targeted Muscle Reinnervation: A Neural Interface for Artificial Limbs (Series in Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering)

Book Details

• Author: Schultz Feuser, Aimee E.

• Publisher: CRC Press

• Language: English

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9781439860809

• Pages: 226

• Cover: Hardcover

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.7 inches

About The Book
Targeted Muscle Reinnervation: A Neural Interface for Artificial Limbs is a groundbreaking resource that explores the innovative approach of Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR), developed by Dr. Todd A. Kuiken and Dr. Gregory A. Dumanian. TMR offers an advanced solution for accessing motor control signals from peripheral nerves after amputation, providing sensory feedback to prosthesis users. This approach holds numerous advantages over other neural-machine interfaces, enabling improved control over artificial limbs.

The book covers the basic scientific principles behind TMR, detailed surgical procedures for transhumeral and shoulder disarticulation amputations, and its role in preventing and treating end-neuromas. It also delves into the principles of rehabilitation, prosthetic fitting, and occupational therapy for TMR patients. In addition, the text discusses transfer sensation and the outcomes of the first TMR patients, offering insights into the impact of TMR on improving their quality of life.

Concluding with the latest research in the field, this book serves as both a guide for implementing TMR and a resource for further advancements in prosthetic technology. Written by experts, including Drs. Kuiken and Dumanian, it is an essential read for clinicians, researchers, and anyone involved in the care and rehabilitation of individuals with high-level upper limb amputations. The book provides a solid foundation for enhancing TMR techniques and prosthetic technologies, ultimately advancing the functionality and quality of life for amputees.