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Robotic Evaluations of Motor Learning During Stroke Neurorehabilitation
Sponsor: University of Calgary
Summary
The RELEARN trial is a a prospective longitudinal cohort study sampled by convenience. Stroke survivors and healthy control individuals will be recruited to analyze motor learning in the upper extremity and its neural basis in early stroke recovery.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
300
Start Date
2021-09-20
Completion Date
2026-09-01
Last Updated
2021-11-03
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
A research MRI will be performed at 6-weeks post-stroke to document stroke lesion location and size.
Kinarm Robotic Exoskeleton Assessment
The Kinarm Robotic Exoskeleton is a device used to provide therapy and assessment. The device has framework that supports the arms and these supports are adjustable to ensure a comfortable fit. Motors attached to the framework move the arms and record shoulder and elbow movements. The assessment involves performing a number of tasks using the Kinarm to measure proprioceptive and motor impairment, adaptation to force and visual disturbances, and retention after 24 hours.
Clinical Assessment
The clinical assessment will be performed by a qualified stroke therapist and include a number of verified measurements to examine: reflexes, strength, apraxia, somatosensation, physical abilities, and cognition.
Locations (4)
Carewest Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
University of Calgary - Kinesiology Building
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Foothills Hospital - Main Building
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
University of Calgary - Teaching Research and Wellness (TRW) Building
Calgary, Alberta, Canada