June 2019 PMID 31200729

Development of a training paradigm for voluntary control of the peri-auricular muscles: a feasibility study.

Siwaphorn Chanthaphun, Sandy L Heck, Carolee J Winstein, Lucinda Baker

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Several discussions praise the study's success, noting that 60% of participants achieved voluntary control, using words like 'demonstrate' and 'development,' which highlight significance and progress. The tone is optimistic and focused on potential, with references to 'neuroengineering' and 'rehabilitation,' indicating genuine interest in the research's future applications.

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Most discussions acknowledge the positive outcomes, especially the fact that 60% of participants learned control, indicating broad support for the study's findings.

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The posts express high interest, highlighting discussions about neuroengineering, rehabilitation, and potential applications, reflecting curiosity about practical impacts.

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Participants share enthusiastic comments and some delve into the implications of the training paradigm, demonstrating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While recognizing promising results, comments suggest the study could influence future neurorehabilitation techniques, but it's seen as preliminary rather than transformative.

Abstract in brief

The study aimed to develop a training method to help people control their ear muscles voluntarily, using electrical stimulation and computer games, to assist those with spinal cord injuries who can't normally move these muscles.
Ten healthy participants went through a series of sessions involving electrical stimulation and feedback, eventually using a device to control computer games with their ear movements, with some participants showing improvement and learning to move their ear muscles more intentionally.
Results showed significant differences in ear muscle activity between participants, identified groups who learned the skill better and those who struggled, indicating potential for this training approach to help individuals with severe motor deficits.]

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Training Voluntary Control of Ear Muscles with Electrical Stimulation

The study developed a training method to help people control their ear muscles voluntarily using electrical stimulation and computer feedback, showing potential benefits for those with impaired motor functions.

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