Mirror therapy for arm recovery after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using a mirror to create the illusion of movement can help improve arm function in people who had a stroke more than six months ago. It may be a good option if you have limited arm movement and can follow simple instructions.
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Who can take part
- You had a stroke more than six months ago
- You have weakness on one side of your body (left or right)
- You are between 45 and 65 years old
- You have normal vision and can follow spoken instructions
- Your memory and thinking are fairly good (score over 23 on a standard test)
- Your affected arm has some muscle stiffness but not too much
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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