Robotic hands take on back pain: can EMMA Out-Massage a human?
NCT ID NCT07040397
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study compares a robotic massage device (EMMA) to a human massage therapist for people with lower back pain. Researchers want to see if patients find the robot acceptable and if it's practical to run a larger study. Forty adults with lower back pain will be enrolled to test the robot's feasibility.
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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