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Robot-based Wrist Rehabilitation After Orthopaedic Trauma: a Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Specific wrist rehabilitation by WRISTBOT device, Specific wrist rehabilitation performed by the physiotherapist, and 1 other intervention for Wrist Injuries. Completed, enrolled 30 participants.
Detailed Summary
The present randomized clinical trial addresses the issue about the application of robot-based rehabilitation programs in orthopedic conditions. The aim of the study is to test the efficacy of a robot-based rehabilitative protocol to recover wrist functionality after traumatic injuries.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The WRISTBOT is a fully backdrivable manipulandum that allows for movements along its 3 Degrees of Freedom (DoFs) in a human-like Range Of Motion (ROM) of the wrist: 62° flexion/extension (FE), -40°/+45° in ulnar/radial deviation (RUD), and 60° pronation/supination (PS). In addition, the robot permits motions along planes that involve combined multi-DoFs movements. Mechanically, the robot was developed to have low values of inertia, emulating the fluency of natural movements. Each DOF is measured by high resolution incremental encoders and actuated by one brushless motor or two in case of the RUD planes, providing both gravity compensation and continuous torque values necessary to manipulate the human wrist joints. Depending on the torques exerted, the device can be used in either active or assistive/passive modality. The system is integrated with a Virtual Reality environment (VR), useful to provide a visual feedback to the user while he/she is requested to complete the tasks.
Passive, active and assisted mobilization
Exercise with elastic bands or weights, exercise of manipulation and dexterity, simulation of daily life activities supervised by the physiotherapist