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New treatment option for Stroke
Official title Robot Aided Rehabilitation - Intervention
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT02359253
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Sensorimotor impairments following stroke often involve complex pathological changes across multiple joints and multiple degrees of freedom of the arm and hand, thereby rendering them difficult to diagnose and treat. The objective of this study is to evaluate multi-joint neuromechanical impairments in the arm and hand, then conduct impairment-specific treatment, and determine the effects of arm versus hand training and the effects of passive stretching before active movement training.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 85
You may be able to join if
- First focal unilateral lesion, ischemic or hemorrhagic
- Had a stroke 1-12 months prior to enrollment
- Rated between stages 2-4 on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment Impairment Inventory: Stage of Recovery of the Arm and Hand
You likely can't join if
- Apraxia
- Score of less than 22 on the Mini Mental Status Exam
- Severe pain in the shoulder by a self-rating of 7 out of 10 or greater
- Severe contracture in the upper extremity
- Unable to sit in a chair for 3 consecutive hours
- Unrelated musculoskeletal injuries
See the full eligibility criteria
- First focal unilateral lesion, ischemic or hemorrhagic
- Had a stroke 1-12 months prior to enrollment
- Rated between stages 2-4 on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment Impairment Inventory: Stage of Recovery of the Arm and Hand
- Apraxia
- Score of less than 22 on the Mini Mental Status Exam
- Severe pain in the shoulder by a self-rating of 7 out of 10 or greater
- Severe contracture in the upper extremity
- Unable to sit in a chair for 3 consecutive hours
- Unrelated musculoskeletal injuries
- Poor fit into equipment used in study
- Botox injection in upper extremity within 4 months
- Concurrent participation in gait or upper extremity intervention studies
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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