Effect of Hybrid Robot-assisted Training Using End-effector and Exoskeleton Devices in Distal Upper Extremity After Stroke：Motor Control, Motor and Daily Function, Quality of Life

Launched by CHANG GUNG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL · Feb 4, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of different types of robot-assisted training on stroke patients. The goal is to see how these training methods can help improve patients' movements, daily activities, and overall quality of life. The trial compares a hybrid approach that uses both end-effector and exoskeleton devices, as well as traditional training methods, to find out which is most effective for recovery after a stroke.

To participate, individuals need to have had a stroke for more than three months and have some movement difficulties on one side of their body. They should be able to understand instructions and provide consent to join the study. Participants can expect to engage in various training sessions that involve advanced robotic devices designed to assist with their rehabilitation. This trial is currently looking for volunteers, and it aims to help improve rehabilitation techniques for stroke recovery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Stroke more than 3 months.
• • Modified Ashworth Scale proximal part ≤ 3, Modified Ashworth Scale distal part ≤ 2, and no serious muscle spasms.
• • The myoelectric signal can be detected to activate the instrument
• • Unilateral paresis (FMA score\<60)
• • No serious cognitive impairment (i.e., Mini Mental State Exam score \> 24)
• • Can provide informed consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Other neurological disease
• • Complete sense of body defect
• • Inability to understand instructions
• • current participation in any other research
• • Botulinum Toxin injection within 3 months