Interactive home-based hand training to improve dexterity
New Interactive Sensor-home-based Hand Training to Improve Dexterity
This study tests whether a new 3-week home training program can help people with Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, or those recovering from a stroke improve their hand movement and dexterity.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Luzerner Kantonsspital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lucerne) |
| Trial ID | NCT06062693 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effects of a 3-week interactive, sensor-based hand training program on upper limb function in patients with Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, or those recovering from a stroke. The training focuses on enhancing finger dexterity, which is crucial for performing daily activities. Participants will engage in exercises designed to improve coordination and precision in hand movements, with assessments conducted to measure improvements in hand function.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, or those who have experienced a subacute stroke and report hand function difficulties.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive impairments or psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this training program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the ability of patients to perform daily activities independently.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using interactive training methods for improving dexterity in similar patient populations, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with confirmed PD, according to UK Brain bank Criteria (Hughes et al., 1992) or * MS patients with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), secondary-progressive MS (SPMS) or primary progressive MS (PPMS) according to the revised McDonald's criteria or * subacute stroke * written and signed informed consent * self-reported hand function problems or * healthy subject * written and signed informed consent * no self-reported hand function problems Exclusion Criteria: * MoCA \<21/30 * psychiatric disease * participation on other interventional trials * Inability to follow the procedures of the study, e.g. due to language problems, psychological disorders, dementia, etc.
Where this trial is running
Lucerne
- Luzerner Kantonsspital — Lucerne, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tim Vanbellingen, Prof. Dr. phil. — Luzerner Kantonsspital, Universität Bern
- Study coordinator: Manuela Pastore, PhD
- Email: manuela.pastore@luks.ch
- Phone: +41412057220
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.