Electroacupuncture and brain stimulation for stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether combining two therapies—electroacupuncture (needles with mild electric current) and rTMS (a magnetic pulse to the brain)—can help you regain movement after a stroke. It is designed for people who had their first stroke less than 6 months ago and are still working on motor recovery.
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Who can take part
- You had your first stroke, and it only affects one side of your brain.
- Your stroke happened between 2 weeks and 6 months ago.
- You are between 40 and 75 years old.
- You are right-handed.
- You have some movement on your affected side but not full control (Brunnstrom stage II to IV).
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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