UPPER EXTREMITY

This study tests a soft, fabric shoulder brace designed to mimic muscle action in people with neuromuscular disorders like muscular dystrophy or ALS. About 30 participants will perform arm tasks with and without the brace to see if it improves movement, range of motion, and daily…

This study tests two different therapies—kinesio taping and PNF (a type of stretching)—to see which better helps stroke survivors regain hand function. 54 adults who had a stroke 6 to 24 months ago will receive one or both treatments three times a week for 8 weeks. Researchers wi…

This study compares two ways of numbing the arm for hand or forearm surgery in 60 obese patients. The goal is to see which method works faster and provides better pain relief after surgery. Participants will receive an ultrasound-guided nerve block and report their pain and satis…

This study looks at whether combining resistance and aerobic arm exercises can improve arm strength, function, and quality of life in breast cancer patients. About 40 women who are at least 15 months past surgery will take part. The goal is to find simple, safe ways to reduce com…

This study aims to measure how accurately people with cervical radiculopathy (nerve pain from a slipped disc in the neck) can sense the position of their arm, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will use a simple reaching test to assess arm position sense and link it to p…

This study looks at how the position of the shoulder blade relates to arm performance in teenagers with scoliosis (a curved spine). Researchers will measure arm power and shoulder blade movement in 20 teens aged 10-19 with mild to moderate scoliosis. The goal is to help doctors c…