Spasticity mathematical modelling in compliance with modified ashworth scale and modified tardieu scales

Noor Ayuni Che Zakaria, Takashi Komeda, Cheng Yee Low, Fazah Akhtar Hanapiah, Kaoru Inoue

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Abstract

The aim of this work is to formulate a spasticity symptoms-oriented model, in terms of its capability to consistently emulate unidirectional and velocity-dependent spasticity symptoms, based on a Modified Tardieu Scale (MTS). Spasticity stiffness can be simulated using two dynamic equations expressing 1) muscle tone catch during passive stretching at different velocities and 2) resistance through Range Of Motion (ROM). Muscle tone is proportionate to velocity; where muscle resistance is constant until reaching a certain angular velocity. Following different Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) levels, muscle resistance can occur at varying degrees through the ROM. The simulated spasticity of MAS 1+, based on the developed model, shows a strong positive linear correlation coefficient with average r = 0.7414 for fast forearm extension. The derived model will be used to develop new principles of variable stiffness actuation in an upper limb part-task trainer that is able to emulate upper limb spasticity symptoms.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationICCAS 2015 - 2015 15th International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems, Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1893-1897
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9788993215090
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015 Dec 23
Event15th International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems, ICCAS 2015 - Busan, Korea, Republic of
Duration: 2015 Oct 132015 Oct 16

Publication series

NameICCAS 2015 - 2015 15th International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems, Proceedings

Other

Other15th International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems, ICCAS 2015
Country/TerritoryKorea, Republic of
CityBusan
Period15/10/1315/10/16

Keywords

  • Clinical education
  • Modelling
  • Part-task trainer
  • Spasticity

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering

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