University of Washington-Seattle Campus · PhysiologyThe NeuroRecovery Lab
Steve I Perlmutter · Seattle, Washington
Research Focus
Dr. Steve I. Perlmutter's laboratory focuses on improving recovery from spinal cord injuries using a novel neuroprosthetic therapy. The lab explores the use of targeted spinal stimulation to enhance movement in individuals who have suffered from cervical spinal cord injuries. By investigating the body's natural ability to adapt and recover neural functions, the lab aims to develop more effective rehabilitation methods and prepare for future clinical applications.
spinal cord injuryneuroprostheticsmotor recoverybrain-computer interfaceneural plasticityrehabilitationelectrical stimulationcervical injurysex differencesvoluntary movement
Research Aims
3AIM 01Characterize the interaction between spinal stimulation and physical rehabilitation.
AIM 02Investigate sex differences in recovery rates following stimulation treatments.
AIM 03Evaluate the effectiveness of activity-dependent epidural stimulation as a rehabilitation method.
Skills the Lab Values
intraspinal stimulationelectrical stimulation techniquesanimal models (rats)motor function assessmentphysical rehabilitation methodsclosed-loop stimulation systemsdata analysis for behavior studiesexperimental design in neurologyneuroscience research techniquesclinical trial preparation
Output against the department
Publications89bottom 23% of dept.220th of 286
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Citations3.3kbottom 27% of dept.209th of 286
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