How robotic training affects hand muscle coordination in stroke survivors
Impact of altered sensorimotor experience in robotic training on adaptation of hand muscle coordination of stroke survivors
This study is looking at how different types of robot-assisted training can help stroke survivors improve their hand movements and muscle coordination, so they can recover better and regain their hand function.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Catholic University of America NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10796252 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different robotic training conditions influence the coordination of hand muscles in stroke survivors. By using robot-assisted training, participants will practice complex hand movements while the study examines the effects of various assistance mechanisms, sensory feedback, and task dynamics on muscle adaptation. The goal is to understand how these factors can improve hand function recovery after a stroke. Participants will engage in training that varies in assistance type and sensory input to determine the most effective methods for rehabilitation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are stroke survivors experiencing significant hand functional impairment.
Not a fit: Patients with minimal hand impairment or those who have not experienced a stroke may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation techniques that enhance hand function recovery for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with robotic training for stroke rehabilitation, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Catholic University of America — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Sang Wook — Catholic University of America
- Study coordinator: Lee, Sang Wook
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.