Robot-Assisted Hand Motor Therapy for Subjects With Hemiparetic Stroke

Robot-Assisted Hand Motor Therapy for Subjects With Hemiparetic Stroke

The purpose of this study is to develop and assess the effectiveness of robot-assisted movement therapy in enhancing hand motor function in subjects with chronic hemiparetic stroke, and to identify predictors of treatment response.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. At least 18 years old
2. Had stroke between 11-26 weeks ago
3. Have some weakness in one of your wrists or hands due to stroke
4. Did not have too much disability prior to stroke
5. Do not have major depression

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Non-English speaking
2. If you have trouble keeping good attention
3. Pregnant, advanced liver, kidney, heart, or lung disease
4. Terminal medical diagnosis or major neurological or psychiatric disease apart from stroke
5. Cannot undergo MRI scanning
6. Have history of brain surgery or seizures