Brain-Computer Interface Visualization Training to Optimize Muscle Activation Following Orthopaedic Surgery

This technology uses electroencephalography (EEG) to measure brain activity through passive sensors placed on a cap aligned with the motor and frontal cortices. These sensors detect changes in electrical signals when patients imagine performing rehabilitation movements. The EEG data is sent to a computer, where iBrainTech™ software translates it into a virtual avatar that mimics the imagined actions. This real-time feedback-called neurofeedback-helps patients see how well they are engaging their brain during visualization. By turning the process into a video game controlled by brain signals, the platform motivates patients to focus deeply on visualizing the exercises. Repeated activation of these brain regions may help rebuild neuromuscular pathways, improve muscle control, and reduce the effects of Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition (AMI), a common issue after orthopedic surgery.

Patients will follow a standard physical therapy protocol. The protocol will be assigned by their respective surgeon who conducted the procedure and will be specific to the procedure that the patient underwent.