Brain stimulation and arm rehab for chronic stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding a gentle brain stimulation technique called tACS to standard arm exercises can improve arm movement in people who had a stroke at least 9 months ago. It aims to help those with lasting arm weakness.
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Who can take part
- You are between 21 and 80 years old.
- You had your first stroke at least 9 months ago.
- You have weakness in your arm or hand from the stroke.
- You do not have metal implants in your body (like pacemakers or brain devices).
- You are not pregnant, and you have no history of seizures or unexplained fainting.
- You do not have serious brain injury or other major health conditions like heart failure or active cancer.
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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