Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus

This study tested a new type of prosthetic leg for people who have lost a leg below or above the knee. The smart leg uses sensors to detect muscle signals and provides gentle vibrations to help the user feel the leg's position. It also has powered knee and ankle joints that activ…

This pilot study tested whether a voice therapy program called LSVT-Loud, usually done in a clinic, can be delivered effectively via video calls for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Twenty participants with MS who had voice problems received the therapy either at home or in t…

This study checked how well the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (a test for stroke recovery) works in people recovering from a stroke. Over 100 patients in rehab were tested when they arrived and when they left. The goal was to see if the test accurately tracks improvement.

This pilot study tested a new device designed to detect slips and trips in people with lower-limb amputations. Eight experienced prosthesis users walked on special platforms that simulate slipping or tripping. The goal was to see if the device could reliably detect these events a…

This completed study examined the nutritional status and emotional well-being of 40 workers in the food supply chain. Researchers assessed diet, body composition, stress levels, and quality of life to identify health risks and differences between active and sedentary workers. The…

This study followed 193 patients at high risk of malnutrition who were admitted to a rehabilitation hospital. Researchers tracked whether specialized nutritional care affected hospital readmission rates, emergency visits, and other health outcomes three months after discharge. Th…

This study looked at how people with obstructive sleep apnea and their bed partners adapt to CPAP therapy, a common treatment that uses a machine to keep airways open during sleep. Researchers interviewed 24 patients and their partners to understand what helps or hinders consiste…