Brain-Computer Interface and Electrical Stimulation for Facial Paralysis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive treatment that combines a brain-computer interface with mild electrical stimulation to help people with one-sided facial paralysis regain movement. It aims to improve facial muscle function by retraining the brain and muscles together.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have facial paralysis on one side of your face.
- Your facial weakness is moderate to severe (grade II to VI on a standard scale).
- You can follow instructions and cooperate with facial exercises.
- You have healthy skin on your face (no open wounds, severe rashes, grafts, or infections).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and do not have implantable devices like a pacemaker.
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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