A device to help stroke survivors stick to their home exercise programs
MiGo Tracker: Seamless Remote Therapeutic Monitoring of Exercise Adherence After Stroke
This study is testing a wristband called the MiGo Tracker that helps people recovering from a stroke stick to their home exercise routines by giving them real-time feedback and support from their therapists.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Flint Rehabilitation Devices NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11006464 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the MiGo Tracker, a wrist-worn device designed to monitor and promote adherence to home exercise programs for individuals recovering from a stroke. The device utilizes remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) codes recently introduced by Medicare, allowing therapists to engage with patients at home and encourage consistent exercise. By addressing the common challenge of adherence to prescribed exercises, this project aims to enhance recovery during the critical period of neuroplasticity following a stroke. The MiGo Tracker will provide real-time feedback and support to patients, helping them stay on track with their rehabilitation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently experienced a stroke and are prescribed home exercise programs as part of their rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not recovering from a stroke or those who do not require home exercise programs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve recovery outcomes for stroke survivors by ensuring they adhere to their prescribed exercise regimens.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using technology for remote monitoring and adherence support, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- Flint Rehabilitation Devices — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Russell, Ian Miles — Flint Rehabilitation Devices
- Study coordinator: Russell, Ian Miles
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.