SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ALTERING BRAIN AND BODY FUNCTIONS AND FOR TREATING CONDITIONS AND DISEASES OF THE SAME
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The present invention relates to systems and methods for management of brain and body functions and sensory perception. For example, the present invention provides systems and methods of sensory substitution and sensory enhancement (augmentation) as well as motor control enhancement. The present invention also provides systems and methods of treating diseases and conditions, as well as providing enhanced physical and mental health and performance through sensory substitution, sensory enhancement, and related effects.
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- 27. A method of providing one or more of the rehabilitative benefits of deep brain stimulation to a patient comprising providing electrotactile stimulation to the patient'"'"'s tongue while the patient actively attempts to engage in a physical movement or exercise, wherein the patient'"'"'s ability to perform the physical movement or exercise is hindered by impairment of the patient'"'"'s nervous system, and wherein the patient receives the one or more rehabilitative benefits of deep brain stimulation.
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