Effects of Vibration on Motor Function of Survivors of Chronic Stroke

Description

The aim of this study is to evaluate how vibration of the tendons enhances arm and hand training in survivors of chronic stroke. The investigators hypothesize that wrist/elbow robotic training, combined with body awareness training will improve arm and hand function in individuals with chronic stroke.

Conditions

Stroke, Healthy

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Study overview

The aim of this study is to evaluate how vibration of the tendons enhances arm and hand training in survivors of chronic stroke. The investigators hypothesize that wrist/elbow robotic training, combined with body awareness training will improve arm and hand function in individuals with chronic stroke.

Effects of Vibration on Motor Function of Survivors of Chronic Stroke

Effects of Vibration on Motor Function of Survivors of Chronic Stroke

Condition
Stroke
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Chicago

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * If stroke, more than 6 months after
  • * Medically stable
  • * Not currently taking any anti-spasticity medications (for at least 2 weeks)
  • * Able to comply with study requirements
  • * Recent change in the use of any medications
  • * Other physical conditions such as orthopedic injuries or surgeries
  • * Unstable Medical conditions or any other clinical observations that may affect the candidates performance, health, safety, or ability to participate in the study as determined by the treating therapist
  • * Anti-spasticity drug injection in the 3 months prior to participation
  • * Presence of significant cardiorespiratory or metabolic disease
  • * Inability to achieve standard position required for EMG recordings
  • * Intrathecal baclofen pump
  • * Musculoskeletal conditions/surgeries resulting in difficulty participating
  • * Adults unable to consent
  • * Pregnant women, prisoners, and individuals under the age of 18

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 70 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab,

William Z Rymer, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Study Record Dates

2027-03-01