Patient Training for Functional Use of Pattern Recognition–Controlled Prostheses

In Brief Pattern recognition control systems have the potential to provide better, more reliable myoelectric prosthesis control for individuals with an upper limb amputation. However, proper patient training is essential. We begin user training by teaching the concepts of pattern recognition control and progress to teaching how to control, use, and maintain prostheses with one or many degrees of freedom. Here, we describe the training stages,...