This trial is recruiting individuals with cervical spinal cord injuries to test the use of a commercial robotic device (Armeo® Spring System) and virtual reality on activities of daily living. In particular, the study will focus on the ability to drink from a glass. Participants will receive 40 1-hour sessions of either upper limb therapy with the Armeo® device or conventional therapy without the device.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
40 sessions of 1) 30 minutes of upper limb therapy with the Armeo® device plus 30 minutes of conventional therapy; or 2) 1-hour of conventional therapy without the device.
Main benefits
Arm/hand function
Additional benefits
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
Wings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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