UPPER EXTREMITY DYSFUNCTION

This study compares mirror therapy, brain stimulation (rTMS), and robotic hand training added to standard rehab for stroke patients. 120 adults who had a stroke at least 3 months ago will receive 20 sessions over 4 weeks. The goal is to see which approach best improves arm functi…

This study tested whether robot-assisted arm therapy works as well as traditional therapy with a physiotherapist for people recovering from a stroke. 58 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 weeks took part in a 6-week program doing the same arm exercises, either with a robot…

This study tested whether specially designed virtual reality exercises could improve arm and hand function in people with Parkinson's disease. 44 participants completed the program, which focused on matching arm positions. The goal was to see if this approach could help with ever…

This study tested a new rehab system called Rehabotics that uses a robotic hand aid and augmented reality games to help people who had a stroke regain hand movement and reduce muscle tightness. 80 stroke survivors with hand spasticity took part. The system tracks progress and aim…

This completed study tested whether adding neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to mirror therapy improves arm function in people with hemiplegia (one-sided paralysis). 42 participants were split into three groups: mirror therapy alone, NMES alone, or both combined. The go…

This study tested whether a mobile app exercise program is practical and helpful for 32 women with breast cancer undergoing chemotherapy. The program included guided exercises and education to improve arm function, fitness, and quality of life. Results will show if this approach …

This study tested a new, non-invasive treatment for people with cervical spinal cord injury who have difficulty using their hands and arms. Fifteen participants received either electrical stimulation of the spinal cord combined with physical therapy, or physical therapy alone. Th…

This study looks at whether combining two types of attention-focus instructions (internal and external) in the same session helps stroke survivors improve arm function more than using them one after the other. It involves 36 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 months. The g…

This study looks at how touch, vibration, and position sense in the hands and arms affect daily activities in children with cerebral palsy. Researchers will compare 12 children with CP to 12 typically developing kids aged 6 to 15. They use simple tests like tuning forks and monof…

This study tested whether applying ice or vibration to forearm muscles changes hand grip strength, muscle activation, reaction time, and hand function. Eighty healthy adults aged 18–35 were randomly assigned to ice, vibration, or no treatment. Researchers measured outcomes using …