MyoPro Use for Chronic Stroke Rehabilitation

Exoskeleton Research: Myoelectric Orthosis for Rehab of Severe Chronic Arm Motor Deficits

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Chronic Stroke
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 89
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
60 (estimated)
Sponsor
VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with long-term arm weakness from a stroke. Participants will use a special device called MyoPro while receiving therapy for their arm recovery.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
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You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 89 years old.
  • I have arm weakness on one side due to a stroke that happened more than 6 months ago.
  • I can move my shoulder at least 30 degrees up and 20 degrees away from my body.
  • I can feel and control my arm muscles well enough to use the device.
  • I can understand and read English.
  • I am medically and psychologically stable.
  • I can put on and take off the MyoPro device by myself or with some help.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had another stroke affecting my other arm.
  • I have severe shoulder pain or dislocation.
  • I cannot move my shoulder at least 45 degrees in any direction.
  • I have any fixed contractures in my impaired arm or hand.
  • I cannot support my arm’s weight and an additional 4 pounds without pain.
  • I have a skin rash or open wound on my impaired arm.
  • I have involuntary movements in my impaired arm.
  • I have a pacemaker or any metal implants that could interfere with testing.

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
This study will evaluate the effects of combining motor learning-based therapy with use of the MyoPro , a wearable exoskeletal myoelectrically controlled orthotic device. MyoPro uses electromyographic (EMG) signals from the weak muscles to assist movement of the user's affected arm. The primary objective of this randomized controlled trial is to study the efficacy of using MyoPro in motor learning…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18-89 years of age * Unilateral arm weakness due to stroke (6 months or more since onset) * Adequate range of motion at the elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand to don the device * Active shoulder flexion of at least 30 degrees and active shoulder abduction of at least 20 degrees *…
Contacts

Jessica P McCabe, MPT DPT

(216) 791-3800

Jessica.Mccabe@va.gov

CONTACT

Svetlana Pundik, MD

(216) 791-3800

svetlana.pundik@va.gov

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