Student Researchers' Society Topics

Co-supervisor: Dr. KOLUMBÁN, Bálint

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is the only reversible form of adult dementia, characterized by enlarged ventricles, dementia, gait disturbance, and incontinence. Ventriculo-peritoneal shunt (VP-shunt) implantation is the primary treatment when other conditions are excluded. The computerized lumbar infusion test (LIT) aids in assessing cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) dynamics, particularly through the cerebrospinal outflow resistance (Rout) value, which can be crucial in determining the need for surgery. The "Tap test" can also be used to confirm the diagnosis, where evaluations are performed before and after lumbar puncture. Transcranial Doppler (TCD) application and detecting specific biomarkers from blood and CSF can also help define surgical indications. Our research aims to validate the mentioned measurements and map correlations between them to more accurately predict post-surgical improvement.

Aim: The aim is to evaluate the effect of robotic therapy on brain plasticity and walking abilities on post-stroke patients.