Vibration therapy to reduce stiffness after stroke
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This trial studies whether regular muscle vibration can reduce post-stroke muscle stiffness and improve how the brain and nerves adapt. If you’re in the right stage after stroke, it may help improve arm and hand movement.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You’re an adult (18+) who has had a stroke more than 3 months ago (for the main group).
- Your stroke affects your upper arm/forearm movement (especially wrist or elbow flexing).
- You have measurable muscle stiffness of the elbow or wrist flexor muscles (not mild, not the most severe).
- You can take part in a rehab plan and understand simple instructions, and you can consent.
- You must have no significant new medical problems that would make rehab unsafe right now.
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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