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New treatment option for Wrist Injury
Official title Virtual Reality-based Rehabilitation for Traumatic Hand and Wrist Injuries
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07633769
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of immersive virtual reality (VR)-based Action Observation Therapy (AOT) as an adjunct to conventional rehabilitation in patients with traumatic wrist and hand injuries. Participants will receive standard rehabilitation treatment, and the intervention group will additionally undergo a six-week VR program involving observation and execution of functional hand and wrist movements.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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 75
You may be able to join if
- Adults aged 18 years or older.
- Diagnosis of a traumatic wrist and/or hand injury.
- Referred for rehabilitation treatment at the participating hand therapy unit.
- Ability to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent.
- Ability to participate in the virtual reality intervention.
You likely can't join if
- Previous injury affecting the same hand.
- Associated upper-limb conditions, including tenosynovitis or Dupuytren's disease.
- Previous surgery involving the affected hand before the current traumatic injury.
- Corticosteroid or other therapeutic injection in the affected hand within the previous 3 weeks.
- Any physical, neurological, visual, vestibular, or medical condition that prevents safe use of the virtual reality device.
- Inability to comply with the study procedures or assessments.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Málaga, Spain
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 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Málaga, Spain. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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