Clinical Research Directory

Virtual Reality for Shoulder Rehabilitation

Goal: The clinical investigation involves the evaluation of the usability level of the VR system, sense of presence, and co-presence during the execution of various rehabilitation exercises through specific questionnaires. Participant Population: The study will enroll 50 patients with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders will be enrolled Main Questions: * How does the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) in rehabilitation programs impact the usability of the system for patients with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders? * To what extent does the sense of presence experienced by patients using VR systems influence their motivation and adherence to rehabilitation exercises? * How do patients with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders perceive the co-presence in VR rehabilitation scenarios, and how does it affect their overall treatment experience? Participant Tasks: * Shoulder Physical Examination * Instructions to the patient on exercises to be performed using Oculus and selection of customizable settings on the VR app * Execution of the protocol developed for shoulder rehabilitation in a virtual environment * Evaluation of the usability of the VR system, sense of presence, and co-presence through different validated scales

Passive Exoskeletons for Assisting Patients With Shoulder Musculoskeletal Disorders

Goal: The clinical investigation aims to evaluate the usability of passive exoskeletons, their impact on daily living activities, and the perceived experience of patients with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders. This will be assessed through specific validated questionnaires. Participant Population: The study will enroll 15 participants diagnosed with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders, including rotator cuff tears, adhesive capsulitis, and glenohumeral osteoarthritis. Participants must be employed in physically demanding jobs that require frequent upper limb activity. Main Questions: * How does the integration of passive exoskeletons in daily activities influence usability and functional performance in patients with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders? * To what extent does the use of passive exoskeletons improve the perceived physical effort and quality of life in these patients? * How do patients perceive the comfort and effectiveness of passive exoskeletons during the execution of daily living tasks? Participant Tasks: * Comprehensive shoulder physical examination. Instruction on the proper use of the Paexo passive exoskeleton and customization of its settings. * Execution of workplace-relevant tasks (e.g., lifting, overhead reaching) with and without the exoskeleton. * Evaluation of usability, comfort, and perceived workload using validated scales such as the System Usability Scale (SUS), NASA Task Load Index (NASA-TLX), and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).

Impact of Orthopedic Surgery on Workers' Sleep

Goal: The clinical investigation aims to evaluate the impact of orthopedic shoulder surgery on sleep quality and functional recovery in workers with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders. This will be assessed through validated questionnaires and physiological monitoring using wearable sensors. Participant Population: The study will enroll at least 30 participants diagnosed with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders, such as rotator cuff tears, adhesive capsulitis, and glenohumeral osteoarthritis. Participants must be employed in physically demanding jobs that require frequent upper limb activity and are scheduled for orthopedic shoulder surgery. Main Questions: * How does post-operative rehabilitation influence sleep quality and functional recovery in workers with shoulder musculoskeletal disorders? * To what extent does post-operative rehabilitation improve pain management and overall quality of life in these patients? * How do patients perceive the usability and comfort of wearable sensors during their rehabilitation process? Participant Tasks: * Initial Assessment: Comprehensive clinical evaluation, including demographic and anthropometric data collection, and administration of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). * Wearable Sensor Training: Instruction on the proper use of the Medtronic Zephyr BioPatch™ wearable biosensor for monitoring physiological and postural signals. * Sleep Monitoring: Participants will undergo sleep assessments at three key time points: Two nights before surgery (baseline measurement); Two weeks post-surgery during early rehabilitation; 30 days into the rehabilitation program. * Daily Logging: Completion of the Consensus Sleep Diary each morning following sensor use. * Functional Assessment: Objective evaluation of shoulder functionality through validated clinical scales and range of motion (ROM) assessments. * Pain and Usability Evaluation: Measurement of pain reduction and usability of wearable technology using Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs).