Dance therapy to help people recover from stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether adaptive dance activities can help people in early stroke recovery regain movement and function. You would participate in dance-based exercises during your hospital stay as part of your stroke care.
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Who can take part
- Had your first or a recent stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) confirmed by imaging
- Currently receiving hospital care in a stroke unit
- Have mild-to-moderate stroke severity (NIHSS score below 16)
- Have weakness on one side of your body from the stroke, but retain some ability to move against gravity
- Have mild-to-moderate disability that affects daily activities (mRS score 2–4)
- Have adequate cognitive function to participate (MoCA score above 2nd percentile)
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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