Dry Needling vs Botox for Post-Stroke Leg Stiffness
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two treatments for leg stiffness after a stroke: dry needling (tiny needles placed in trigger points) and Botox injections. It may help you if you've had a first stroke within the past year and have mild to moderate tightness in the calf muscles that limits ankle movement.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You had your first stroke and it happened within the last year (0–12 months ago).
- You have muscle tightness in your calf muscles (ankle plantar flexors) that is rated as mild to moderate (grade 1–2 on a spasticity scale).
- You haven't had Botox or dry needling for spasticity before.
- You are able to walk on your own, with or without a cane or walker.
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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