A personalized wearable system to help stroke survivors with rehabilitation
SCH: A personalized wearable rehabilitation sensing system for stroke survivors
This study is creating a wearable device to help stroke survivors practice everyday activities at home or in public, making it easier for them to regain their independence and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina State University Raleigh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10919190 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable rehabilitation sensing system designed specifically for stroke survivors. It aims to provide continuous rehabilitation training that can be integrated into everyday activities, allowing patients to practice essential daily functions in their own environments, such as at home or in public spaces. By addressing the limitations of traditional clinical rehabilitation, this project seeks to enhance the transfer of skills learned in therapy to real-life situations. The system will monitor and support stroke survivors as they engage in activities of daily living, ultimately aiming to improve their independence and quality of life.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are stroke survivors experiencing persistent motor impairments who wish to improve their ability to perform daily activities.
Not a fit: Patients who have fully recovered from their stroke or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the daily functioning and independence of stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using wearable technology for rehabilitation, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Raleigh, United States
- North Carolina State University Raleigh — Raleigh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhu, Yong — North Carolina State University Raleigh
- Study coordinator: Zhu, Yong
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.