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Soft Robot for Rehabilitation of Hand Function After Stroke
Led by Chinese University of Hong Kong · Updated on 2026-01-09
60
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
152 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the feasibility of using the Soft Forearm Robot system for wrist and forearm recovery of hemiplegic subjects suffered from stroke. Participant will attend 20 training sessions and 3 assessment sessions. This system will leverage electromyography (EMG) signals for intention detection and regulating the movement and the contact for different tasks and objects, ensuring adaptive and precise control for rehabilitation tasks. A systematic clinical study involving sixty stroke patients divided into three groups will evaluate the effectiveness of our innovative design compared to conventional rehabilitation methods. By conducting a randomized controlled trial (RCT), we aim to provide robust evidence on the benefits of our advanced robotic glove design in stroke rehabilitation. We hope our work will significantly advance the field of rehabilitation robotics by improving therapeutic practices, enhancing recovery outcomes, and elevating the quality of life for those facing hand mobility challenges. By integrating new soft robotic hand design with practical application, we aim to create an effective rehabilitation solution for everyone who needs it.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Soft Robot for Rehabilitation of Hand Function After Stroke
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults with stroke in the chronic stage (at least 6 months post-onset)
- Adequate cognition to follow study instructions
- Able to sit for 30 minutes
- Detectable residual EMG signals from affected muscles: flexor digitorum, extensor digitorum, abductor pollicis brevis, and flexor pollicis longus
- Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) finger spasticity score of 0, 1, 1+, 2, or 3
You will not qualify if you...
- Severe dysphasia
- Conditions that could hinder study compliance
- Certain medical or psychological disorders such as alcoholism and substance abuse
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Department of Biomedical Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Research Team
R
Raymond Tong, PhD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
FACTORIAL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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