Using a special bracelet to improve hand recovery after a stroke
Concomitant sensory stimulation during therapy to enhance hand functional recovery post stroke
['FUNDING_R01'] · MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA · NIH-11134810
This study is testing a new device called the TheraBracelet, which gives gentle vibrations to your wrist during hand therapy, to see if it helps stroke survivors recover their hand function better than regular therapy alone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11134810 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a novel device called the TheraBracelet, which delivers gentle vibrations to the wrist during hand therapy for stroke survivors. The goal is to enhance the recovery of hand function by stimulating the brain's sensorimotor cortex while patients practice hand tasks. Participants will engage in a structured therapy program three times a week for six weeks, with some using the TheraBracelet and others receiving standard therapy without the device. The study will compare the outcomes of both groups to determine if the TheraBracelet provides additional benefits.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are chronic stroke survivors experiencing hand impairment who are motivated to participate in a structured therapy program.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved hand function and greater independence for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches using sensory stimulation have shown promise in enhancing rehabilitation outcomes, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES
- MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA — CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SEO, NA JIN — MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
- Study coordinator: SEO, NA JIN
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.
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