Robot ‘coach’ used to aid recovery of stroke survivors

Researchers trialling a robot coach using a head band that can interpret brain signals (Lynne Baillie/National Robotarium/PA)

Robot “coaches” could one day be used to help the recovery of people who have lost the full use of their limbs through strokes or brain injuries, researchers have suggested.

It is estimated around 80% of patients who survive strokes and brain injuries are left with some impairment which limits the movement of their arms.