UPPER EXTREMITY FUNCTION

This study tests whether a non-invasive, AI-powered brain stimulation technique can improve finger movement in people who had a stroke within the past 3 months. About 116 adults with arm and hand paralysis will receive either real or fake (sham) stimulation to see if the real tre…

This study tests two types of spiral arm straps (TheraTogs and TogRite) to see if they help children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy use their affected arm and hand more effectively. Twenty-seven children aged 4 to 15 will be split into three groups: one gets rehab plus Th…

This study looks at how well people who have had a stroke can imagine movements (motor imagery) and how that relates to their neglect, arm function, daily activities, and quality of life. Researchers will assess 50 participants using tests and questionnaires. The goal is to bette…

This study looks at whether Kinesio Taping can immediately improve hand and arm function in healthy adults. Thirty-six participants will be randomly assigned to receive real Kinesio Tape, sham tape (no tension), or no tape at all. They will perform tests like grip strength, typin…

This study looks at how well string instrument players use their arms and hands, and whether things like shoulder awareness, posture, flexibility, and performance anxiety play a role. Researchers will compare 34 musicians with 34 non-musicians to find factors that affect upper li…