Implantable nerve stimulation for stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a new implantable device that stimulates nerves to help improve movement in people who have weakness on one side of their body after a stroke. It may be an option if your stroke was 6 months to a year ago and you still have trouble using your arm or leg.
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Who can take part
- You had your first stroke between 6 months and 1 year ago, and it only affected one side of your brain.
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have weakness on one side of your body (arm or leg) that makes walking or moving difficult.
- You can walk at least 10 meters (about 33 feet) with help from one or more people.
- You do not have any implanted devices like a pacemaker or metal plate, and you are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and follow the study procedures.
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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