Robotic therapy timing to improve arm movement after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial studies whether giving robotic therapy to the shoulder and arm in a “priority” way (instead of focusing on the hand first) helps improve arm movement in people with chronic stroke. It may help by improving how your arm muscles and joints are trained to work together.
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Who can take part
- Be 20 to 75 years old
- Have had a first stroke on one side (either bleeding or a blockage) more than 3 months ago
- Have moderate-to-severe weakness in one arm, based on an arm movement score (Fugl-Meyer score between 18 and 56)
- Have no severe stiffness/spasticity in the affected arm joints (modified Ashworth score less than 3 at shoulder, elbow, wrist, and fingers)
- Be able to follow directions and understand instructions (Mini-Mental State Exam score over 24)
- Not have a recent arm fracture in the past 3 months, and not join other medication or rehab studies at the same time
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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