Electroacupuncture for stroke arm and leg weakness at high altitude
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if electroacupuncture (acupuncture with a mild electric current) can help improve arm and leg function after an ischemic stroke (stroke caused by a clot). It is for people living in high-altitude areas who had a stroke 2 weeks to 3 months ago and have some weakness on one side.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have had an ischemic stroke (stroke from a clot), not a bleed or mini-stroke.
- Your stroke happened between 2 weeks and 3 months ago.
- You have had fewer than 3 total strokes in your life.
- You live in a high-altitude region and have weakness in your arm or leg.
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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