Using a Robotic Neck Brace for Movement Training of the Head-Neck.

Coordinated head-neck movement is a challenge for patients with neurological disorders, such as cerebral palsy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Neck collars are commonly used to stabilize the head-neck in these patients. These collars are mostly rigid and uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time. We have developed a robotic neck brace to assist head-neck motion. In this letter, we focu...