Using a hand exoskeleton to help stroke patients regain hand function

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the HandMATE device in rehabilitating stroke patients by assessing its impact on their ability to regain functional use of their hands. Participants will use the device both in clinical settings and at home, allowing for increased therapy intensity and reduced treatment costs. Clinical upper extremity assessments will be conducted to measure progress and the overall reception of the device among stroke survivors.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age of 21 or older
* diagnosis of stroke more than 6 months prior confirmed from MRI or CT
* voluntary hand activity (score of 1 or more, finger extension item, Fugl-Meyer Test)
* adequate cognitive status
* Impaired ability to open affected hand

Exclusion Criteria:

* hemispatial neglect
* severe sensory loss (2 or more on the sensory item, NIH Stroke Scale/Score)
* receiving or planning to receive antispasticity medications during enrollment into the study
* less than full passive range of motion in finger joints
* receiving physical or occupational therapy outside of study protocols
* have excessive pain in any joint of the affected extremity that could limit ability to cooperate with the protocols

Where it's running

• MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital
  Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Pete Lum, PhD — MedStar RI
• Study coordinator: Megan L Grainger
• Email: megan.l.grainger@medstar.net
• Phone: 2028771464

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.