Ultrasound of rib muscles in stroke survivors
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses an ultrasound to look at the small muscles between your ribs (parasternal intercostal muscles) in people who have had a stroke. It aims to understand whether stroke affects these breathing muscles, which might guide future rehabilitation.
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Who can take part
- Had either a clot-caused or bleeding stroke
- Your stroke happened at least 6 months ago
- You can understand and follow directions (score above 24 on a mental test)
- No current or past lung problems (like asthma or COPD)
- No surgeries on your chest or belly area
- You don't have trouble understanding speech (severe aphasia) or facial paralysis
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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