Evaluating upper limb recovery after stroke using robotic assistance
Official title: Robot-Aided Diagnosis, Passive-Active Arm Motor and Sensory Rehabilitation Post Stroke: Aim 1
Run by University of Maryland, Baltimore · NCT02359812 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see how robotic assistance can help stroke survivors improve their arm movement and strength during the first six months of recovery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 56 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Maryland, Baltimore Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Baltimore, Maryland) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 7, 2018 |
| Main results expected | May 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | May 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | September 1, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT02359812 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are individuals who have experienced their first unilateral stroke within the past month and have specific impairment ratings on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with unrelated musculoskeletal injuries, cognitive impairments, or those unable to participate in the required assessments may 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 observational study aims to quantify the progression of neuromechanical properties in the upper extremity of stroke survivors over the first six months following a stroke. It will assess various factors such as stiffness, spasticity, and corticomotor excitability using the IntelliArm robot. The study will involve longitudinal evaluations of patients who have experienced a first focal unilateral stroke, focusing on their recovery journey from acute to chronic phases. The findings could help in understanding the complexities of stroke recovery and inform future rehabilitation strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation techniques for stroke patients, enhancing their recovery of arm and hand function.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in understanding neuromechanical properties in stroke rehabilitation.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. First focal unilateral lesion, ischemic or hemorrhagic 2. Had a stroke less than a month prior to enrollment 3. Rated between stages 1-4 on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment Impairment Inventory: Stage of Recovery of the Arm 4. Rated between stages 1-4 on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment Impairment Inventory: Stage of Recovery of the Hand Exclusion Criteria: 1. Apraxia 2. Other unrelated or musculoskeletal injuries 3. Unable to sit in a chair for 3 consecutive hours 4. Score of less than 22 on the Mini Mental Status Exam 5. Poor fit into equipment used in study which compromises proper use. This will be determined by the judgment of study staff
Where it's running
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University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Li-Qun Zhang, Ph.D. — University of Maryland, Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Soh-Hyun Hur, B.S.
- Email: sohur@som.umaryland.edu
- Phone: (410) 706-1625
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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.