New handheld device could bring Parkinson's rehab home

NCT ID NCT07457710

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a handheld device that gives gentle directional cues (haptic feedback) to help people with Parkinson's disease perform arm movements more accurately. Twenty participants will use either the haptic device or a similar non-haptic version during home sessions over 8 weeks. The goal is to see if the device is easy to use and improves movement quality, potentially making rehabilitation more accessible.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Haptic device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a convenient, at-home rehabilitation tool to help people with Parkinson's improve their movement and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is still experimental and may not be more effective than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PARKINSON'S DISEASE (PD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Virginia Tech
RECRUITING

Blacksburg, Virginia, 24060, United States

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