For people with paralysis or amputation, neuroprosthetic systems that artificially stimulate muscle contraction with electrical current can help them regain limb function. However, despite many years of research, this type of prosthesis is not widely used because it leads to rapid muscle fatigue and poor control.
Study suggests optogenetics can drive muscle contraction with greater control, less fatigue than electrical stimulation retrieved 22 May 2024 from https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-05-optogenetics-muscle-greater-fatigue-electrical.html
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