This pilot study will test whether the GRIP program-a soft robotic glove with virtual-reality training-can improve hand and arm function in adults undergoing inpatient rehabilitation after a recent stroke. About 20 participants will be randomly assigned to either the GRIP program or action-observation therapy with education, in addition to usual care. The study will assess motor improvement, safety, and acceptability over approximately six weeks.
First unilateral stroke (<6-month post-stroke at enrollment)
≥18 years old
Hand sensorimotor impairments
Able to understand and follow a two-step instruction
Severe spasticity (score ≥3 on the Modified Ashworth Scale)
Unilateral spatial neglect
Moderate to severe hand pain
Significant motor impairment of the fingers (active finger flexion/extension less than 10°)
Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal
Lead sponsor
Université de Montréal
Sponsor institution
National Research Council, Canada
Collaborator