AMADEO

If you have an injury or neurological condition, moving your fingers or gripping objects may be difficult. At Brooks Rehabilitation, we use Amadeo, a robotic therapy system, to help improve your hand and finger movement.

What is Amadeo upper-extremity rehabilitation therapy?

Amadeo is a robotic therapy system designed to support movement in your fingers, hand and forearm. Your hand is placed in a device with finger attachments that guide each finger through controlled movements.

The system measures how your hand moves and responds. It uses that information to create a therapy program tailored to your abilities and progress.

Amadeo can support finger movement in different ways. It may move your fingers for you, assist you or allow you to move on your own, depending on your strength.

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Who Amadeo therapy helps

Amadeo can be used for any rehabilitation for hand weakness at different stages of recovery. People who may benefit from this system include those experiencing or recovering from:

Congenital (present from birth) finger or arm disabilities
Neurological conditions such as stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis (MS)
Orthopedic injuries, including those from car or workplace accidents

How Amadeo therapy works

During therapy, your hand is supported by the Amadeo (which looks like a wrist brace). Each finger is connected to the system using a small adhesive tab, similar to a Band-Aid. The tab attaches to a magnet, which then connects to the device. Amadeo guides your fingers through specific movements, such as opening and closing your hand.

You may begin with passive movement, where the system moves your fingers for you. As you gain strength, you can begin to assist or actively control the movement.

The system tracks your range of motion, strength and coordination. This helps your therapist adjust your program and monitor your progress over time.

Key benefits of Amadeo therapy

Amadeo allows you to practice precise finger and hand movements in a structured, repetitive and engaging way. Because many of the exercises are paired with interactive, game-like tasks patients often find it fun and entertaining.

This therapy can help:

Extend range of motion in the hand and fingers
Increase grip strength and coordination
Improve finger and hand movement
Provide consistent, high-repetition practice
Support relearning of grasping and releasing objects

What to expect with Amadeo therapy

Before your session, your therapist will position your hand in the device and explain the activity. Some movements may feel assisted, while others require more effort as your strength improves. Your therapist will adjust each session based on your comfort and progress.

During the session, you may:

Complete guided activities on a screen that encourage movement
Perform exercises that simulate grasping and releasing objects
Practice opening and closing your hand
Work on individual finger movements

How Brooks supports your recovery with Amadeo therapy

At Brooks, we help you rebuild your hand function in a way that supports everyday activities. Technologies like Amadeo allow us to focus on small, precise movements that make a big difference in daily life. Our goal is to help you regain as much hand function and independence as possible.

When you come to Brooks, you can expect a team that:

Adjusts therapy to your needs: Your program changes as your strength and control improve.
Connects therapy to daily tasks: We help you improve skills needed for everyday activities.
Focuses on fine motor recovery: We use Amadeo to help improve finger movement, grip and coordination.
Supports repetitive, targeted practice: High repetition helps retrain your movement patterns.
Tracks your progress: Your care team monitors improvements and refines your plan over time.
Works with industry leaders: We bring scientifically supported technologies into your care.

FAQs about Amadeo therapy

What is Amadeo therapy?

Amadeo is used to improve movement, strength and coordination in the fingers and hand. It helps support recovery after neurological or orthopedic conditions.

How is Amadeo different from other therapy devices?

Amadeo focuses on individual finger and hand movements. It allows for precise training that helps improve fine motor control and grip.

Who is a good candidate for Amadeo therapy?

You may benefit from Amadeo if you have difficulty moving your fingers or hand after an injury or because of a neurological condition. Your therapist will determine if it is appropriate for your care plan.

What does an Amadeo session feel like?

During therapy, your hand is supported by a brace-like device while your fingers move through guided exercises. Some movements may feel assisted, while others require your active effort. This therapy uses gamification to keep your rehabilitation engaging.

Getting started at Brooks rehabilitation

Find out more about becoming a patient. You can also contact us to learn about Amadeo and other technology-assisted therapy options we offer.