Perception of Advanced Rehabilitation Technologies Among Post-Stroke Patients and Rehabilitation Staff

NCT06986421 | Recruiting

• 2 other identifiers: 69HCL25_03782025-A01110-49
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 80
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This observational study aims to assess the perception of advanced rehabilitation technologies among three key groups involved in stroke recovery: post-stroke patients, physicians specialized in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, and allied health professionals. The study is conducted at HCL - Renée Sabran Hospital , specifically within the Kermes 2 department. Participants are selected using a non-probability sampling method, based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data will be collected using a structured, author-developed questionnaire designed to evaluate attitudes, perceived usefulness, ease of use, and intention to adopt technologies such as exoskeletons, social robots, wearable interactive devices, and biofeedback systems. The questionnaire is applied at a single time point after obtaining informed consent. This research responds to the growing integration of technology in neurorehabilitation and seeks to identify potential barriers or facilitators to its adoption in clinical practice. The hypothesis is that there is a significant difference in perception and acceptance of advanced rehabilitation technologies between the three groups, influenced by their respective roles, experience, and level of exposure to such technologies.

Conditions

Post Stroke

Keywords

Rehabilitation; Stroke; Advanced Technology; Perception; Questionnaire

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Perceptions of post-stroke patients, physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians and auxiliary medical staff on Advanced Rehabilitation Technologies.

  The primary outcome measure evaluates the perception of advanced rehabilitation technologies among key stakeholders involved in post-stroke recovery. This perception is assessed using a structured questionnaire specifically developed by the authors, designed to capture attitudes, perceived usefulness, ease of use, and intention to adopt technologies such as exoskeletons, social robots, wearable interactive devices, and biofeedback systems. The instrument is applied to three target groups: post-stroke patients, physicians specializing in physical and rehabilitation medicine, and allied health professionals. This measure provides critical insights into the acceptability and potential integration of advanced technologies in neurorehabilitation practice.

  Day 1

Study Arms (3)

Post-stroke patients

This group includes patients with a confirmed diagnosis of stroke, hospitalized or followed at HCL - Renée Sabran Hospital (Kermes 2 department), regardless of whether they have previously used advanced rehabilitation technologies.

Other: completion of a structured questionnaire

Physicians in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

This group consists of physicians specialized in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, actively involved in the treatment and rehabilitation of post-stroke patients. Recruited from HCL - Renée Sabran Hospital and affiliated professional networks

Other: completion of a structured questionnaire

Allied health professionals

This group includes allied health professionals involved in stroke rehabilitation, such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, speech therapists, neuropsychologists, and psychomotor therapists. All participants are affiliated with the HCL - Renée Sabran Hospital or collaborating institutions

Other: completion of a structured questionnaire

Interventions

completion of a structured questionnaire OTHER

completion of a structured questionnaire

Allied health professionals; Physicians in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine; Post-stroke patients

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Participants will be recruited from HCL - Renée Sabran Hospital, located in the PACA region (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur), specifically from the Kermes 2 department, as well as through professional medical networks. The study population includes three main groups: (1) patients with a confirmed diagnosis of stroke, whether or not they have been exposed to advanced rehabilitation technologies; (2) physicians specialized in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine involved in stroke management; and (3) allied health professionals (e.g., physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, neuropsychologists, psychomotor therapists) actively working in post-stroke rehabilitation settings. Recruitment will focus on individuals affiliated with institutions offering neurological rehabilitation services.

You may qualify if:

• Patients: Patients diagnosed with stroke, whether or not they have benefited from advanced rehabilitation technologies.
• Physicians: Physicians specialized in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine who manage patients with stroke.
• Allied health professionals: Physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, neuropsychologists, and psychomotor therapists involved in the rehabilitation of post-stroke patients.

You may not qualify if:

• Refusal to participate in the study.
• Patients who do not wish to benefit from advanced rehabilitation technology.
• Healthcare professionals with no experience using advanced rehabilitation technologies.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Hospices Civils de Lyon: lead

Study Sites (1)

HCL - Renée Sabran Hospital

Hyères, France

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Stroke

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Cerebrovascular Disorders; Brain Diseases; Central Nervous System Diseases; Nervous System Diseases; Vascular Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases

Study Officials

• David PLANTIER, DR

  HCL

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

David PLANTIER, Dr

CONTACT

+33494381720; david.plantier@chu-lyon.fr

Victor-Andrei Stan, Dr

CONTACT

+33772151051; victor-andrei.stan@drd.umfcd.ro

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: May 15, 2025
• First Posted: May 23, 2025
• Study Start: July 8, 2025
• Primary Completion (Estimated): July 8, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): July 8, 2026
• Last Updated: July 16, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-07

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

FR (1)