Clinical Validation of an Instrumented Glove for Sensorimotor Rehabilitation After Stroke (DESC-Glove)
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the DESC-Glove, an instrumented glove developed for sensorimotor rehabilitation in individuals recovering from a stroke, utilizing non-invasive vibrational feedback. The primary objective is to assess the technical functionality, safety, and reliability of the device during post-stroke rehabilitation, providing insights for future technical and functional improvements. The secondary objectives are: 1. To evaluate the usability and acceptability of the device in clinical rehabilitation from the perspectives of both patients and healthcare professionals; 2. To assess the short-term effects of the DESC-Glove on sensorimotor performance and manual dexterity in post-stroke individuals. To meet the second objective, researchers will compare three groups: an experimental treatment group (using the DESC-Glove during hand rehabilitation), a sham control group (using the DESC-Glove without vibration), and a conventional control group (receiving hand rehabilitation without the device).
• Diagnosis of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke confirmed by Computed Tomography (CT) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI);
• Time from the acute event between 1 and 6 months;
• Mild to moderate impairment of the upper limb, assessed using the Motricity Index (item score for pinch grip ≥ 19 and scores for elbow flexion and shoulder abduction ≥ 14).