Exploring innovative rehabilitation techniques for improved patient outcomes
Official title: Project-004
Funded at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital · NIH-10862761 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring new ways to help people recover from different health conditions, and it invites patients to share their experiences and feedback to improve rehabilitation methods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlestown, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $119,113 |
| NIH project number | 5P2CHD086843-10 |
| Project ID | NIH-10862761 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are individuals undergoing rehabilitation for physical impairments or disabilities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that do not require rehabilitation or those who are not currently in a rehabilitation program may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates new approaches to rehabilitation that aim to enhance recovery for patients with various conditions. The project will utilize advanced methodologies to assess the effectiveness of these techniques in real-world settings. Patients may be involved in trials that evaluate their progress and feedback on the rehabilitation process, contributing to the development of better treatment protocols.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective rehabilitation strategies that significantly improve patient recovery times and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While specific details on similar studies are not provided, the field of rehabilitation has seen various successful innovations, suggesting potential for positive outcomes in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
Charlestown, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ambrosio, Fabrisia — Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ambrosio, Fabrisia
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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.