I.r.c.c.s. Fondazione Santa Lucia

This study looked at whether adding a mild electrical stimulation to standard swallowing exercises helps people with multiple sclerosis who have trouble swallowing. 136 participants were randomly assigned to get either real or fake stimulation along with their therapy. The goal w…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) driving simulations during cardiac rehabilitation can improve emotional well-being and reduce anxiety and depression in heart patients. Sixty adults recovering from heart surgery took part. The results suggest VR may help with …

This study tested whether a brain-computer interface (BCI) training could improve hand and arm function in 30 people with recent spinal cord injuries. Participants imagined moving their hands while a BCI system provided feedback, and their progress was compared to those who did s…

This study tested a device called MindLenses in 60 people recovering from a stroke. The device uses special lenses and fun computer games to help improve attention, memory, and thinking skills. Participants played the games during rehab sessions, and their progress was tracked fo…

This study looked at how the interaction between a physical therapist and a patient affects recovery during robot-assisted walking training for people with spinal cord injury. 55 participants were split into two groups: one with high therapist interaction and one with minimal int…