Our research participants are the most essential members of the team! We strive to make participating in a study a positive experience for everyone. Most studies will take 1-2 hours and consist of 1-2 visits. Participants will use the Kinarm exoskeleton for the most of our studies. For more information on the Kinarm, visit our Facilitates and Equipment page.
Please browse through our current active studies below and email us, call us at 612-624-2234, or fill out the contact form below!
Children & Teen Studies
Visual Strategies in Children & Teens with Cerebral Palsy
Participation Involves...
- Completing one 2-hour session
- Playing games with a special robotic device to look at how children use their senses to move their arms
- Completing manual dexterity assessments
- Parent/guardian must be present to sign consent forms
- Receiving a $30 gift card and parking validation for participation
Your Child/Teen May Qualify If They...
- Are ages 8-17 years old
- Have cerebral palsy with hemiparesis
Location
Cooke Hall Rm 21
1900 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Interested In Participating?
Contact [email protected], call 612-624-2234, or fill out the contact form below with any questions or to express interest!
Adult Studies
Bilateral Coordination in Adults with Stroke
Participation Involves...
- Completing one session lasting approximately 2 hours
- Playing games on a special robotic exoskeleton & undergoing basic clinical assessments
- Receiving a $40 gift card for participation in each session
You May Qualify If You...
- Are age 18 or over
- Have experienced a stroke at least 6 months ago
- Are experiencing hemiparesis or one-sided weakness
Locations
Cooke Hall Rm 21
1900 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Interested In Participating?
Contact [email protected], call 612-624-2234, or fill out the contact form below with any questions or to express interest!
Computer Vision Bilateral Coordination in Healthy Adults
Participation Involves...
- Completing 1 session lasting 1 hour
- Playing reaching games on a special robotic exoskeleton
- Playing reaching games on a computer that tracks arm movements
- Receiving a $20 gift card for participation
You May Qualify If You...
- Are age 18 to 35
- Have no known neurologic and orthopedic impairments
Locations
Cooke Hall Rm 21
1900 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Interested In Participating?
Contact [email protected], call 612-624-2234, or fill out the contact form below with any questions or to express interest!
