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Robotic glove and virtual reality for hand recovery after stroke

Plain-English translation of NCT07287059 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated January 2026 · Translation generated July 2026 · How we translate trials

This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.

What is this trial?

After a stroke, many people struggle to move their hand and wrist. This trial is testing two new technology-based approaches to help: a wearable soft robotic glove that assists with gripping and finger movements, and a virtual reality system that tracks your hand movements while you play interactive games. Both approaches will be combined with standard rehabilitation therapy to see if they help people recover better hand function than therapy alone.

About 40% of stroke survivors have long-term difficulty moving their hand and wrist, which makes everyday activities like eating, dressing, and writing very hard. Researchers believe that new technologies like robotic devices and virtual reality might help the brain rewire itself and improve movement better than traditional therapy alone.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you have had a stroke with confirmed weakness on one side of your body
you are between 30 and 60 years old
you can move your wrist at least 10 degrees in the upward direction
you score above 24 on a mental thinking test
you have at least some voluntary control of your affected arm and hand

You likely don't qualify if…

you have received botulinum toxin injections to your affected arm in the last six months
you have significant vision problems or neglect (difficulty paying attention to one side)
you have difficulty communicating that would interfere with therapy
you have had major orthopedic surgery on your affected arm
you have a history of seizures or serious medical conditions that would make participation unsafe

What participation looks like

You would attend therapy sessions three times per week for six weeks. Depending on which group you're randomly assigned to, you'll either wear a robotic glove that helps guide your hand through gripping exercises, use a virtual reality system where you perform hand movements to play games, or do standard therapy exercises with a therapist. Each session would include your regular rehabilitation therapy plus your assigned technology or standard exercises.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 16, 2026 · Not medical advice

Trial locations(1 site)

Turkey (Türkiye)

Istanbul Medipol University, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department, Istanbul, Beykoz

Key details

Sponsor

Medipol University

Enrollment target

~42 participants

Started

December 2025

Primary completion

May 2026

This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.

Age range

30 Years – 60 Years

Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in January 2026.

Contact the research team directly

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Central contact

Taha A Erdogan, MSc, Physiotherapist

Medipol University

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