Clinical Trial: Novel Rehabilitation Strategies to Improve Arm Function in Patients With Scleroderma

Study Status: Recruiting
Recruit Status: Recruiting
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: Novel Rehabilitation Strategies to Improve Arm Function in Patients With Scleroderma

Brief Summary: The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and preliminary effects of a novel treatment approach to improve arm function in patients with scleroderma who have upper extremity contractures. It is a Phase 1, one arm trial in which participants will be assessed at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks. The rehabilitation intervention will involve 8 individual sessions with an occupational therapist. Feasibility of the procedures is a major focus of this project.