# Rehabilitative Stroke Systems Intento's Electrical Stimulation Device Improves Arm Functionality By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-05-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stimulation-device References: [springwise](https://www.springwise.com/electrical-stimulation-device-helps-arm-mobility-stroke-victims/) & [intento.ch](http://www.intento.ch/) This stimulation device was designed to improve arm mobility in stroke victims and provide hope of recovery to extreme cases. Swiss startup Intento is using the [muscle-stimulating system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurostimulation-device) to make stroke rehabilitation more effective and significantly simpler. Created for severely paralyzed stroke patients, the tech-focused rehab solution helps people regain their [upper limb function](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleev-1), even years after the stroke happened. The electrical stimulation device is described as easy to use, as it does not require any previous or in-depth knowledge of how to place electrodes -- a significant change compared to other available medical options. This example of [digital wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mave) is aimed at a smaller segment of the population, although, millions are affected by strokes worldwide with 30% of those being affected by paralysis. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Stroke Rehabilitation Devices:** Opportunities for innovative rehabilitation devices to support stroke recovery and improve outcomes. - **Electrical Stimulation Technology:** Advancements in electrical stimulation technology to aid in stroke rehabilitation, and expand to other medical treatments. - **Tech-enabled Muscle Stimulation:** The use of tech in muscle stimulation for recovery needs, paving the way for expanded possibilities in physiotherapy and sports medicine. ### Where This Applies - **Medical Devices:** The medical devices industry may benefit from innovations in stroke rehabilitation and electrical stimulation technology. - **Physiotherapy:** Physiotherapy practices could explore ways to integrate technology in muscle stimulation treatments. - **Sports Medicine:** The use of muscle stimulation technology could advance sports medicine, offering potential benefits to athletes in recovery and performance improvement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [At-Home Stroke Rehabilitation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurofenix-neuroball.md) - [At-Home Rehab Robotics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reemo-home-robotic-arm.md) - [Innovative Rehabilitation Sensor Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rehabilitation-sensor-system.md) - [Arm Rehabilitation Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arm-rehabilitation-robot.md) - [Speech Rehabilitation Aid Chokers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revoice.md) - [Wearable Gait Rehabilitation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gait-rehabilitation-system.md) - [Gamified Rehabilitation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-rehabilitation-system.md) - [Arm-Rehabilitating Robotic Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arms-rehabilitating-robotic-wearable.md) - [Immersive Recovery Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuroanimation.md)