Date of Award
Spring 2008
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Biomedical Engineering
First Advisor
Scheidt, Robert A.
Second Advisor
Johnson, Michelle J.
Third Advisor
Beardsley, Scott A.
Abstract
The aim of this research is to examine whether the feedforward trajectory controller anticipates (and accounts for) impedance change produced by postural control mechanisms invoked later in the course of a planned motor sequence, or whether it adapts to them in the courses of practice. Specifically, we will test whether the feedforward control of single-joint slicing (out and back reversal) movements changes following extended training of reaching (point to point reaching) movements with elevated terminal agonist/antagonist muscle coactivation in a manner consistent with the invocation of a common feed forward motor command that transcends reaching and slicing tasks.
Recommended Citation
Asnani, Supriya, "Interaction Between the Control of Movement and Posture During Goal-Directed Elbow Flexion" (2008). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 3954.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/3954