PhiCube: a reconfigurable bilateral robotic device for neurorehabilitation - Scorecard - MDSpire

PhiCube: a reconfigurable bilateral robotic device for neurorehabilitation

  • By

  • Matteo Lavit Nicora

  • Giovanni Tauro

  • Atul Chaudhary

  • Davide Felice Redaelli

  • Matteo Malosio

  • July 13, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Reconfigurable Bilateral Robotic System for Neurorehabilitation: The PhiCube Approach

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionNeuromotor disorders affecting upper-limb function
Key MechanismsBilateral motor training exploiting interlimb coordination mechanisms
Target PopulationPediatric populations with upper-limb neuromotor impairments
Care SettingClinical rehabilitation settings

Key Highlights

  • PhiCube is a modular robotic platform designed for bilateral upper-limb rehabilitation.
  • The device features reconfigurable kinematic architecture for diverse therapeutic applications.
  • Bilateral coupling controller allows for adjustable inter-limb coordination parameters.
  • Gamification elements enhance engagement and motivation in pediatric patients.
  • Kinematic simulations demonstrate distinct motor patterns across various configurations.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Assess upper-limb function in pediatric patients with neuromotor disorders.

Management

  • Implement bilateral motor training strategies using robotic devices like PhiCube.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Evaluate patient progress through objective performance measurements.

Risks

  • Consider potential limitations in patient engagement and therapist availability.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Children with conditions such as hemiplegic cerebral palsy.

Early and intensive intervention is critical for functional recovery.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Incorporate play-based elements in rehabilitation to enhance learning and adaptability.
  • Utilize robotic devices to complement traditional therapy methods.

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PhiCube: a reconfigurable bilateral robotic device for neurorehabilitation

  • by Matteo Lavit Nicora, Giovanni Tauro, Atul Chaudhary, Davide Felice Redaelli, Matteo Malosio

  • July 13, 2026

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