Precision Assessment and Intervention of Tongue Movement Following Neurological Injury

The Tongue-Trackpad is a wireless intraoral device developed to assess and rehabilitate tongue movement impairments caused by neurological injuries, such as strokes or traumatic brain injuries. Initially, the device demonstrated its potential as a diagnostic tool by quantifying tongue movement deficits, establishing a foundation for clinical applications. Subsequent interface improvements introduced dynamic grayscale feedback, which enhanced user interaction during rehabilitation tasks. The third chapter of the research documented the use of the Tongue-Trackpad in therapeutic interventions, where personalized protocols were applied in pilot clinical trials, showing measurable improvements in tongue range of motion and reductions in excessive contact areas. The fourth chapter focused on broader clinical applications, evaluating the device’s use in a multi-participant pilot study, assessing its practicality and effectiveness in clinical rehabilitation. These findings suggest that the Tongue-Trackpad has the potential to bridge the gap between objective diagnostic tools and personalized therapeutic approaches for tongue motor impairments