Improve arm dexterity with robotics

Trial ID
NCT06906679
Official Title
Effectiveness of a Robotic End-effector Device for Upper Limb Rehabilitation in People With Parkinson's Disease: a Multicenter Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
Goal
Improve arm dexterity with robotics
Phase
NA
Status
RECRUITING
Sponsor
IRCCS San Raffaele Roma
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40 participants
Conditions
Parkinson Disease
Interventions
Experimental Group, control group

Plain-Language Summary

The goal is to help people with moderate Parkinson's improve upper limb movement, strength, coordination and everyday arm use. A robotic end-effector device attaches at the hand or wrist and guides repetitive, assisted reaching, grasping and fine-motor exercises, giving consistent movement patterns and sensory feedback to promote motor relearning and reduce stiffness; the multicenter trial randomly compares robot-assisted sessions to standard care. They are enrolling about 40 people aged 30 to 80 with Parkinson's by UK Brain Bank criteria, Hoehn and Yahr stage 2 to 3 while ON, a MoCA score of at least 17.54, stable medications for 4 or more weeks, and the ability to follow and consent to the exercise program.

Locations

  • San Raffaele Cassino, Cassino, FR, Italy
  • IRCCS San Raffaele Roma, Rome, Lazio, Italy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this trial testing?
This trial is studying Experimental Group. The goal is to help people with moderate Parkinson's improve upper limb movement, strength, coordination and everyday arm use. A robotic end-effector device attaches at the hand or wrist and guides repetitive, assisted reaching, grasping and fine-motor exercises, giving consistent movement patterns and sensory feedback to promote motor relearning and reduce stiffness; the multicenter trial randomly compares robot-assisted sessions to standard care. They are enrolling about 40 people aged 30 to 80 with Parkinson's by UK Brain Bank criteria, Hoehn and Yahr stage 2 to 3 while ON, a MoCA score of at least 17.54, stable medications for 4 or more weeks, and the ability to follow and consent to the exercise program.
Who can participate?
Participants must be between 30 Years and 80 Years.
Where is this trial located?
This trial is recruiting at 2 locations.
Does it cost anything to join?
No. There is no cost to participate. Study-related care and treatment are provided at no charge.
How long does the trial last?
This trial is estimated to last approximately 2 years.

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