Application of Microprocessor Controlled Multichannel Stimulator to the Rehabilitation of SCI Subjects

Abstract This paper describes an enhanced surface electrical stimulation system for research and clinical applications, primarily intended for the restoration of walking in subjects with complete and incomplete spinal cord injuries. The main advantages of the system are its ease of use and extensive capabilities. The requirements for a modern stimulation system are discussed in this report and it is shown how these were implemented. The system is also described from the user's point of view and simple examples of a few stimulation patterns used in our clinical investigations are given to demonstrate some of the stimulator's capabilities.