Robot helps stroke research

By News Staff

Posted Apr 14, 2010 11:20 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

New research involving a robot is helping a Calgary doctor pinpoint the effects of a stroke.

Alberta Health Services has unveiled the KINARM robot at the Foothills Medical Centre.

Research utilizing the new technology will be used to tailor more effective treatment programs for patients.

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