Robot lets hospital patients 'Visit' home virtually

NCT ID NCT04899830

First seen Mar 09, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tested a telepresence robot that allows people hospitalized for at least two months to remotely control a robot in their own home. Using an app on their phone or tablet, patients could move the robot around and talk with family and friends. The goal was to see if patients would accept and benefit from this technology. 49 adults with motor or cognitive disabilities took part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CMPR Côte d'Amour

    Saint-Nazaire, Pays de la Loire Region, 44600, France

  • CMRRF de Kerpape

    Ploemeur, Brittany Region, 56270, France

  • CR Mulhouse

    Mulhouse, Alsace, 68100, France

  • IUR Clémenceau

    Strasbourg, Alsace, 67000, France

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