Robotic glove lends a hand: small trial tests daily life support for weak grip

NCT ID NCT06033027

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a soft robotic glove called Carbonhand can help people with hand weakness from injury or nerve conditions perform daily activities at home. Five participants will use the glove for six weeks while researchers measure arm activity, grip strength, and well-being. It is a very small early study focused on understanding real-world use.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Carbonhand soft-robotic glove

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a practical tool to help people with hand weakness perform everyday activities more easily.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early study with only 5 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The glove may not provide meaningful benefit or may be inconvenient for daily use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury nervous system disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Roessingh Research and Development

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    Enschede, Overijssel, 7522AH, Netherlands

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