High-Tech gloves aim to ease arthritis pain – but trial stalls
Symptom relief
Terminated
This study tested whether gloves with tiny semiconductors embedded in the fabric could reduce pain and improve hand function in people with hand osteoarthritis. Sixteen participants wore either the active gloves or identical-looking placebo gloves. The trial was terminated early,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Altoona Center for Clinical Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC