Medical breakthrough: Brain chip allows paralyzed man to regain hand movement

Medical breakthrough: Brain chip allows paralyzed man to regain hand movement

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses a medical breakthrough where a chip is implanted in a paralyzed patient's motor cortex to help regain movement. The chip records brain signals for hand movements, which are decoded and transmitted to an arm sleeve with electrodes. These electrodes stimulate muscles, allowing movement despite paralysis.

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What happened to the individual four years ago?

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What part of the body was affected by the injury?

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What was inserted into the individual's motor cortex?

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How does the chip assist in movement?

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What is the role of the electrodes in the system?

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