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Official title Innovative Hand Rehabilitation System With Synchronized Contralateral Haptic Feedback
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07077460
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Previous studies have found that graded motor imagery (GMI) training can provide continuous activation of the cerebral cortex compared to traditional rehabilitation therapy. One of the steps in this strategy, mirror therapy, has also been widely used in the clinical treatment of hemiplegic patients.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 60 to 80. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age ranged from 20-80 years old
- Without past medical history of musculoskeletal or neurological disorders that would affect muscle control ability or cause sensory abnormalities
- Normal cognitive function to understand and follow the instructions
- Able to understand Chinese, English, or Taiwanese language
You likely can't join if
- With a history of hand-related surgeries
- With a history of neuromuscular diseases or degenerative arthritis
- With a history of brain injury
- With a history of taking psychiatric medications
- Unable to understand instructions, or have cognitive impairments
- With a history of physical disabilities (Loss of body parts) or taking relevant medications, including heart disease, peripheral arterial disease...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tainan, Taiwan, Taiwan
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, 60 years to 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tainan, Taiwan, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.