Pilot Trial of Robotic Hand Therapy After Stroke (NCT07706621)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This pilot study will test whether the GRIP program-a soft robotic glove with virtual-reality training-can improve hand and arm function in adults undergoing inpatient rehabilitation after a recent stroke. About 20 participants will be randomly assigned to either the GRIP program or action-observation therapy with education, in addition to usual care. The study will assess motor improvement, safety, and acceptability over approximately six weeks.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (5 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (6 items).
Location: Institut de réadaptation Gingras-Lindsay-de-Montréal — Montreal, Quebec
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Severe spasticity (score ≥3 on the Modified Ashworth Scale)
- Unilateral spatial neglect
- Moderate to severe hand pain
- Significant motor impairment of the fingers (active finger flexion/extension less than 10°)
- Any medical condition that may interfere with participation
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Institut de réadaptation Gingras-Lindsay-de-Montréal — Montreal, Quebec
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.