Breathing-based stimulation to improve arm movement after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This pilot study tests a breathing-related stimulation approach (called BreEStim) to improve arm and hand movement in people with chronic stroke. It may help reduce stiffness and improve motor control, especially if you still have moderate movement difficulty.
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Who can take part
- You had a stroke at least 6 months ago and your health is stable right now
- Your stroke affected one side of the body (one stroke event total)
- You have some measurable arm/hand stiffness (finger flexor tightness)
- You do NOT have significant vision neglect or problems, hearing problems, or major thinking/memory problems
- You do NOT have certain lung conditions (like asthma or COPD), and you are not on medication changes aimed at muscle tone right now
- You have not had botulinum toxin in the arm/fingers in the last 4 months, or phenol injections in the last 2 years
- You do not have a pacemaker, and you are not pregnant
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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