Can a robotic shoulder brace help stroke survivors reach and grasp better?
NCT ID NCT05951491
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a portable shoulder exoskeleton can help people who had a stroke move their arm and hand better. About 30 participants will perform tasks like reaching and picking up objects with and without the device. The goal is to see if the exoskeleton improves daily arm use and hand function.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 30 people
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- Started
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Jun 2024
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * have arm and hand impairment resulting from a single stroke that occurred more than 6 months ago. * have some volitional extension of the wrist and fingers to grasp small objects and the ability to elevate the shoulder at least 15 degrees. Exclusion Criteria: * currently pregnant * under 18 * incarcerated * severe pain with arm or hand movement * inability to understand verbal or visual instructions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Idaho Integrated Research and Innovation Center
Moscow, Idaho, 83844, United States
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