Evaluating rehabilitation programs using robotics and sensors
Official title: Developing Clinic-oriented Quantitative Effectiveness Evaluation and Individualized Therapeutic Programs of Rehabilitation
Run by National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids · NCT03979235 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if using robots and sensors can help create better rehabilitation programs for people with movement difficulties and swallowing problems.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Beijing) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 5, 2019 |
| Main results expected | December 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | May 23, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT03979235 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include individuals with motor function impairments, such as those recovering from a stroke, as well as healthy volunteers without psychological issues.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are cognitively or physically unable to cooperate with assessments will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study focuses on developing quantitative effectiveness evaluations and individualized rehabilitation programs for patients with motor deficits and dysphagia. It employs advanced technologies such as robotics, sensors, and surface electromyography (sEMG) to assess motor function and tailor rehabilitation strategies. The approach aims to enhance the effectiveness of rehabilitation therapies by providing data-driven insights into patient progress and needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective rehabilitation programs that significantly improve recovery outcomes for patients with motor deficits and dysphagia.
How similar studies have gone: While the use of robotics and sensors in rehabilitation is gaining traction, this specific approach to individualized program development is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria (for healthy people): * no history of psychological/psychotic problems, no history of important diseases. Exclusion Criteria (for healthy people): * history of psychological/psychotic problems Inclusion Criteria (for patients with motor deficits or dysphagia): * patients with motor function impairment such as post stroke hemiplegia. Exclusion Criteria (for patients with motor deficits or dysphagia): * cognitively or physically unable to cooperate with the examiner to finish the test
Where it's running
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National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids
Beijing, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: PX Wei, PhD — National Research Center for Rehabilitation Technical Aids
- Study coordinator: LT Wang, PhD
- Email: suhonglun@nrcrta.cn
- Phone: 86-10-58122882
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.