Comparing two injection treatments for arm stiffness after stroke
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding phenol to botulinum toxin injections reduces arm spasticity more effectively than botulinum toxin alone in people who have had a stroke at least 6 months ago. The goal is to improve arm movement and ease stiffness.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You had a stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) at least 6 months ago.
- You have moderate arm stiffness (score of 2 on the Modified Ashworth Scale) in your shoulder adductors or elbow flexors.
- You can follow instructions and cooperate during tests.
- You have not had botulinum toxin or phenol injections in the affected arm in the last 6 months.
- You do not have a pacemaker, metal implants in your head or neck, or a history of seizures.
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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