Using REMO Training to Help Hand Recovery After Stroke
REcovery of Hand Motor Function in Stroke Rehabilitation: Efficacy of a Task-Oriented Protocol Provided by a sEMG-biofeedback Wearable Device (REMO)
This study is testing if a new training method using wearable devices can help people who have had a stroke recover their hand movement better than traditional training.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 28 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | IRCCS San Camillo, Venezia, Italy Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Venice-Lido, Venice) |
| Trial ID | NCT05815368 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of REMO training, which utilizes wearable devices and surface electromyography (sEMG) to enhance hand motor recovery in stroke patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the REMO training group or a task-oriented training group to compare outcomes. The study will enroll 28 patients who have experienced their first stroke and will assess improvements in upper limb motor functions through biofeedback mechanisms. The goal is to determine if this innovative approach can significantly aid in rehabilitation efforts.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who have experienced a single ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke and have a minimum Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity score of 10.
Not a fit: Patients with major depressive disorder, fractures, traumatic brain injury, severe ideomotor apraxia, severe neglect, or severe impairment of verbal comprehension may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved hand motor recovery and greater independence for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results using surface electromyographic biofeedback in neurological rehabilitation, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Single ischemic or haemorrhagic stroke * Fugl-Meyer Upper Extremity score: minimum 10/66 points Exclusion Criteria: * Major depressive disorder; * Fractures; * Traumatic Brain Injury; * Severe Ideomotor Apraxia; * Severe Neglect; * Severe impairment of verbal comprehension.
Where this trial is running
Venice-Lido, Venice
- IRCCS San Camillo Hospital — Venice-Lido, Venice, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Giorgia Pregnolato — IRCCS San Camillo Hospital
- Study coordinator: Giorgia Pregnolato
- Email: giorgia.pregnolato@hsancamillo.it
- Phone: +0412207
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.