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Repeated Training with Augmentative Vibrotactile Feedback Increases Object Manipulation Performance 1,2 3 3 Cara E. Stepp *, Qi An , Yoky Matsuoka 1 Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America, 2 Department of Precision Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan, 3 Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, United States of America Abstract Most users of prosthetic hands must rely on visual feedback alone, which requires visual attention and cognitive resources. Providing haptic feedback of variables relevant to manipulation, such as contact force, may thus improve the usability of prosthetic hands for tasks of daily living. Vibrotactile stimulation was explored as a feedback modality in ten unimpaired participants across eight sessions in a two-week period. Participants used their right index finger to perform a virtual object manipulation task with both visual and augmentative vibrotactile feedback related to force. Through repeated training, participants were able to learn to use the vibrotactile feedback to significantly improve object manipulation. Removal of vibrotactile feedback in session 8 significantly reduced task performance. These results suggest that vibrotactile feedback paired with training may enhance the manipulation ability of prosthetic hand users without the need for more invasive strategies. Citation: Stepp CE, An Q, Matsuoka Y (2012) Repeated Training with Augmentative Vibrotactile Feedback Increases Object Manipulation Performance. PLoS ONE 7(2): e32743. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0032743 Editor: Nicole Wenderoth, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium Received August 1, 2011; Accepted February 3, 2012; Published February 27, 2012