R3THA Rehabilitation Feasibility and Usability Study

Launched by KESSLER FOUNDATION · Feb 28, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

The R3THA Rehabilitation Feasibility and Usability Study is a clinical trial designed to explore how a special device called R3THA can help people recovering from a stroke regain the use of their hands and arms. The study aims to see if this device can be effectively used at home through online sessions with trained therapists. If you are between the ages of 20 and 80 and can move your arms and hands enough to play video games, you may be able to participate. Additionally, you’ll need to have internet access at home and be comfortable using a computer.

Participants in this study will use the R3THA device during remote sessions, which means you will be guided by a clinician through your rehabilitation from the comfort of your own home. This trial is currently looking for participants, but certain conditions will disqualify individuals, such as severe muscle stiffness or significant thinking difficulties. If you or a family member is interested in finding out more about this study and whether you might qualify, it could be a great opportunity to engage in rehabilitation that fits your schedule and needs.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. must be between the ages of 20 and 80
• • 2. must have enough movement in my arms and hands to actively interact with the video games as determined by study staff
• • 3. must have internet access at home.
• • 4. must be comfortable performing basic functions on a computer, such as browsing the internet.
• • 5. must be able to sit without a loss of balance while performing activities with my arms and hands as determined by study staff.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Severe muscle spasms or stiffness (spasticity) in the affected upper limb that limits movement, as determined by study staff.
• • 2) Thinking problems or have difficulty following instructions 3) Unable to interact with an entire computer screen due to spatial neglect 4) Difficulty understanding words spoken to me (Receptive aphasia) 5) Any other disabling nervous system condition (besides stroke) that has caused residual weakness, impaired range of motion, or spasticity 6) Severe arthritis that limits hand and arm movements 7) Not independent in functional activities/mobility prior to stroke