N/A
Completed N=6
Effects of a Compliant Arm Support on Post-stroke Upper Extremity Range of Motion
Arm Weakness as a Consequence of Stroke
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03867838 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
6
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Feb 2021
Primary outcomePrimary: Percent Change From Baseline in Reachable Workspace — 27; -71 percent change
Summary
The aim of this study is to show that a wearable compliant arm support consisting of inflatable bladders with adjustable straps to connect them to the waist and arm can meaningfully increase the reachable workspace of persons with post-stroke arm weakness.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Percent Change From Baseline in Reachable Workspace |
27; -71 | — |
| SECONDARY Percent Change From Baseline in Biceps Activation |
-16 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- greater than 6 months post-stroke
- passive abduction to 90 degrees at shoulder
- reduced active (retro)flexion/extension at shoulder when abducted to 90 degrees
- reduced active flexion/extension at elbow
Exclusion Criteria
- unable to give informed consent
- unable to comprehend and follow instructions
- have a condition (other than stroke) affecting sensorimotor function
- show evidence of unilateral spatial neglect
- unable to sit in a chair without armrests for 2 hours
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03867838). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.