Myoelectric-Computer Interface for Stroke Recovery
Wearable MCI to Reduce Muscle Co-activation in Acute and Chronic Stroke
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Stroke
Stroke, Acute
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 21 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 96 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Northwestern University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people who have had a stroke to test a wearable device that may help improve arm movement. Participants will use the device at home to see if it can help reduce problems with muscle coordination.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have had a stroke at least 6 months ago or within the past 21 days.
- I have severe difficulty moving my arm.
- I can move my shoulder and elbow muscles at least a little.
You may not be able to join if
- I have trouble paying attention or can't follow instructions.
- I have vision problems that prevent me from seeing a screen.
- I cannot feel my affected arm.
- I have participated in another study for my affected arm in the last 6 weeks.
- I can’t understand or follow commands in English.
- I have widespread or multiple areas of brain damage.
- I have significant pain in my arm that stops me from participating.
- I have recently started treatment for muscle tightness.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The purpose of the study is to explore the feasibility of using a wearable device, called a myoelectric-computer interface (MCI), to improve arm movement in people who have had a stroke.
Impaired arm movement after stroke is caused not just by weakness, but also by impaired coordination between joints due to abnormal co-activation of muscles. These abnormal co-activation patterns are thought to b…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Chronic stroke participants
* Hemiparesis from first ever stroke at least 6 months prior to screening
* Severe motor impairment (FMA of 7-30)
* At least some voluntary shoulder and elbow muscle activation.
Acute stroke participants
* Hemiparesis from first ever stroke within …
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