You will have to ask your therapist what robot-assisted therapy is available to you.
http://www.naric.com/research/rehab/record.cfm?search=2&type=all&criteria=J64259&phrase=no&rec=119368
Abstract: Study systematically reviewed and analyzed
the literature regarding the effectiveness of robot-assisted therapy
(RT) versus conventional therapy (CT) in improving motor recovery and
functional abilities of the paretic upper limb of people with stroke.
Eleven scientific databases were searched to find randomized controlled
trials (RCTs) that employed robotic devices in upper-limb rehabilitation
of people with stroke. Out of 574 studies, 12 matching the selection
criteria were found. The Fugl-Meyer, Functional Independence Measure,
Motor Power Scale, and Motor Status Scale outcome measures from the
selected RCTs were pooled together, and the corresponding effect sizes
were estimated. Results revealed that when the duration/intensity of CT
is matched with that of the RT, no difference exists between the
intensive CT and RT groups in terms of motor recovery, activities of
daily living, strength, and motor control. However, depending on the
stage of recovery, extra sessions of RT in addition to regular CT are
more beneficial than regular CT alone in motor recovery of the
hemiparetic shoulder and elbow of patients with stroke; gains are
similar to those that have been observed in intensive CT.
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