Researchers at Duke University are using virtual reality to teach paraplegic patients to walk again, and so far, the results have been astounding. Aided by devices such as exoskeletons and robotic arms powered by brain activity converted into electric signals, the patients recovered partial control and feeling in their limbs. The researchers suggest that virtual reality training can help the brain rewire itself, giving it new ways to communicate with parts of the injured body.
Virtual reality is helping paraplegics regain control of their limbs
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