Fig. 2: Hand and wrist dysfunction after SCI represent targets for improved functional recovery.
From: Closed-loop vagus nerve stimulation aids recovery from spinal cord injury
a,b, Clinical impairment as measured by GRASSP is well correlated with pinch force (a) and wrist torque (b). c, Both metrics make statistically significant contributions to a linear model that accounts for most of the variance in clinical impairment. The strong correlation between clinical impairment and distal strength supports the selection of rehabilitative exercises designed to target these muscles. d, Each participant displayed a unique set of impairments as measured by the GRASSP score. The Pearson correlation coefficient between individuals was 0.34 ± 0.35 (mean ± s.d.). The colour represents the degree of function on each of the 25 components of the GRASSP assessment. This diversity in function motivated the creation of individualized rehabilitative regimens.
