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Robot reveals hidden patterns in arm recovery after stroke

NCT ID NCT02359812

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Maryland, Baltimore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Sep 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study uses a special robot called IntelliArm to measure how arm stiffness, spasticity, and movement change during recovery from a first stroke. Researchers will track 56 people who had a stroke less than a month ago, measuring their arm function with standard tests and robot-based measurements over time. The goal is to better understand how the arm and hand recover, which could guide future rehabilitation approaches.

What this could mean

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Active substance
IntelliArm robot for measuring arm movement and stiffness
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help design better robot-assisted therapies for arm recovery after stroke.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 56 participants, so findings may not apply to all stroke survivors.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 56 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2018

Expected to finish

May 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

patients at a rehabilitation hospital, patients at an acute care hospital, patients from outpatient clinics, patients from day rehabilitation programs.

Ages

18 to 85 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. First focal unilateral lesion, ischemic or hemorrhagic 2. Had a stroke less than a month prior to enrollment 3. Rated between stages 1-4 on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment Impairment Inventory: Stage of Recovery of the Arm 4. Rated between stages 1-4 on the Chedoke McMaster Stroke Assessment Impairment Inventory: Stage of Recovery of the Hand Exclusion Criteria: 1. Apraxia 2. Other unrelated or musculoskeletal injuries 3. Unable to sit in a chair for 3 consecutive hours 4. Score of less than 22 on the Mini Mental Status Exam 5. Poor fit into equipment used in study which compromises proper use. This will be determined by the judgment of study staff

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia Muscle Spasticity stroke disorder

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Stroke

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Maryland, Baltimore

    RECRUITING

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21201, United States

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