Project Summary
More than 62,000 cases of stroke are reported each year in Canada. It's about a major cause of death and disability. The after-effects of a stroke may include physical, emotional and behavioral problems. One of the most common disabilities is that which affects the upper limbs, essential for carrying out the activities of daily life, limiting the ability to live independently and therefore quality of life. In the field of rehabilitation, Virtual reality represents a valid and reliable tool. It is an alternative that could motivate patients, increase their adherence to exercises and optimize their functional recovery. It can reduce costs healthcare and improve outcomes through personalized, remote rehabilitation. Furthermore, it can reduce the workload of healthcare professionals because it only requires supervision minimal. Our project aims to validate the use of the new generation of specialized virtual reality tools low cost, based on solid neuroscience, created by therapists and understanding needs real people suffering from neurological and orthopedic injuries. Through this present project, we wish contribute to the care of people at home and increase the efficiency of health services in Quebec.