Research

 

 

Current Research

Our research has two main foci: neural control of force production and movement, and recovery of motor control following stroke, with emphasis on postural control. We are currently running the FAST trial (Fast muscle Activation and Speed Training) for augmenting balance and mobility after stroke. We employ sophisticated single motor unit analysis, as well as high-density surface electromyography to investigate fundamental motor control principles as well as force platform technology to measure postural sway.

Past Research

We have considerable experience in the investigation of muscle fatigue and of motoneurone properties in human subjects, being one of a few laboratories world-wide studying the afterhyperpolarization time-course in human subjects.  We have performed a series of efficacy studies for balance interventions in people with stroke.