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Neurorehabilitation

New approaches to restoring and improving neurological function

Description

The Neurorehabilitation Research Program at INI Hannover aims to specifically restore and improve neurological function following diseases and injuries of the central and peripheral nervous system.

Modern concepts of neuroplasticity are combined with innovative approaches in neuromodulation, neurostimulation, neurofeedback and robotic and technology-assisted rehabilitation.

In addition to motor and sensory function, cognitive rehabilitation represents a central component of the program. Neuropsychological and behavioral-neurological approaches are combined with functional imaging, neurofeedback and neuromodulation.

Key Research Areas

TMS, repetitive TMS, transcranial direct-current stimulation (tDCS) and other electrical and magnetic stimulation techniques to selectively modulate neural networks and promote neuroplasticity.
Investigation of peripheral stimulation techniques, including vagus nerve stimulation, and their combination with active motor and functional training.
Use of neurophysiological signals and real-time feedback to promote motor learning, functional recovery and neural reorganization.
Technology-assisted intensive rehabilitation of the arm, hand, trunk and lower extremities using robotic and sensor-based systems.
Use of wearable robotic exoskeletons to improve standing, walking and functional mobility.
Combination of conventional physiotherapy and occupational therapy with neuromodulation, robotics, neurofeedback and digital technologies according to individual functional and neurophysiological findings.
Research and application of advanced methods aimed at improving attention, memory, language, executive function and processing speed. The objective is not only to restore impaired function but, where possible, to selectively enhance it.