Smartphone vibration study for hand function
This study tests whether a smartphone app that delivers gentle vibrations to the hand can improve hand movement and sensation in healthy young adults. It will help determine if this technology could be useful for hand rehabilitation.
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Who can take part
- You must be a healthy university student between the ages of 18 and 25.
- You need to be able to attend three separate testing sessions.
- You must not have had any hand or wrist surgery or serious injury in the last 6 months.
- You cannot have carpal tunnel syndrome or any nerve-related numbness or tingling in your hand or wrist.
- You must not have a history of neurological conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or peripheral neuropathy.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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