Essays about: "tactile acuity"

Found 2 essays containing the words tactile acuity.

  1. 1. Validation of the Effectiveness of a Sensory Discrimination Training Device

    University essay from KTH/Medicinteknik och hälsosystem

    Author : Malin Lehander; [2022]
    Keywords : Sensory training; Phantom limb pain; Mindful sensory motor training; Amputation; Pain treatment;

    Abstract : Successful treatment alternatives for chronic pain conditions are limited. One type of chronic pain that can occur is the condition of phantom limb pain, which can occur after the loss of a limb. Many studies have researched the correlation between chronic pain, tactile acuity, and cortical reorganization. READ MORE

  3. 2. Enhancing Sensory Discrimination Training using Brain Modulation

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Agnes Westerlund; [2022]
    Keywords : Transcranial direct current stimulation; sensory discrimination training; tactile acuity; phantom limb pain; two-point discrimination test; Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test;

    Abstract : Damage to the nervous system may cause sensorimotor impairment, often resulting in chronic neuropathic pain. Phantom limb pain affects multiple amputees and the treatment options are limited. A promising treatment option to reduce chronic pain is by training sensory discrimination. READ MORE