Telerehabilitation for CNS Injuries
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the safety and feasibility of providing extra doses of rehabilitation therapy for persons with a recent stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI) and/or spinal cord injury (SCI). The therapy treatment targets to improve arm function by introducing telerehabilitation to the bedside of participants during the inpatient rehab admission period. Participants will use a newly developed functional training system (HandyMotion) to access therapy treatment program directly from their hospital room. HandyMotion is a sensor-based training system that can connect to the TV set in the hospital room, enabling patients to access their therapy training program to practice rehab-oriented games and exercises ad libitum, at any time of the day.
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the study team or your doctor.
Is telerehabilitation safe for humans?
How is the HandyMotion Treatment Program different from other treatments for CNS injuries?
The HandyMotion Treatment Program is unique because it uses telerehabilitation, which allows patients to receive rehabilitation services remotely through technology, making it accessible for those who may not have easy access to traditional in-person therapy. This approach can be particularly beneficial for individuals in areas with limited healthcare resources, as it provides continuous care and monitoring at home.678910
What data supports the effectiveness of the HandyMotion Treatment Program, a telerehabilitation treatment for CNS injuries?
Research shows that telerehabilitation can help improve movement abilities in patients with brain injuries or strokes by allowing more practice time with therapeutic exercises. Additionally, studies indicate that telerehabilitation is feasible and can be effectively monitored remotely, even when integrated with virtual reality, without negatively impacting patient performance.68111213
Who Is on the Research Team?
Michael Su, MD
Principal Investigator
California Rehabilitation Institute
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 who've had a stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or spinal cord injury (SCI) within the last 90 days. They should be able to follow simple instructions and have enough arm movement to use the HandyMotion device. People with severe neurological/psychiatric diseases, significant communication deficits, poor vision, or shoulder pain that limits therapy won't qualify.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive daily bedside telerehabilitation therapy using the HandyMotion device for up to 4 weeks or until discharge
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- HandyMotion Treatment Program
HandyMotion Treatment Program is already approved in United States for the following indications:
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
TRCare, Inc.
Lead Sponsor
California Rehabilitation Institute
Collaborator