Acupuncture vs electroacupuncture for arm recovery after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of acupuncture to see which one helps improve arm and hand movement in people who had a stroke 1 to 6 months ago.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 80 years old
- You had a stroke (either from a clot or bleeding) that was diagnosed by a CT or MRI scan
- Your stroke happened between 1 and 6 months ago
- You have moderate to severe trouble moving your affected arm (score between 20 and 60 on a standard motor test)
- You are medically stable and can attend treatment sessions 3 times per week
- You are able to understand the study and give your permission to participate
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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