Laser treatment for wrist tightness after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests if low-level laser therapy can reduce wrist muscle tightness and improve hand function after a stroke. If you have wrist stiffness after a stroke, this treatment might help you move your hand more easily.
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Who can take part
- You have had a stroke and have tightness (spasticity) in the muscles that bend your wrist.
- You are between 45 and 60 years old.
- You are able to understand and follow simple instructions.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is less than 30.
- You do not have other serious health conditions like uncontrolled diabetes, major nerve problems, or a tumor where the treatment would be applied.
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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