Regenerative Neural Electrodes

Abstract

Prosthetic technology has progressed rapidly throughout the years, improving patient satisfaction and compatibility; however, an advanced intuitive form of control has not yet been achieved due to the limitations of current technologies. One recent advancement that may address those limitations is regenerative peripheral nerve interface (RPNI) technologies. This chapter reviews current RPNIs and their potential application in prosthetics, since their high selectivity and signal to noise ratio make them ideal for developing an intuitive system for prosthetics. While peripheral nerve interfaces have been studied intensely, the regenerative aspect has only recently started to be explored. New techniques have been designed to improve RPNI functionality, and these innovations are explained along with how they are relevant to advancements towards intuitively controlled prosthetics.