Acupuncture plus rehabilitation for stroke recovery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether combining acupuncture with standard rehabilitation helps people recover better after an ischemic (blockage-type) stroke. It focuses on improving movement on one side and improving swallowing problems.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You had an ischemic stroke (a blockage in a brain blood vessel) and are past the most critical phase.
- You have weakness or paralysis on one side of your body.
- You have trouble swallowing (throat function is affected).
- You are alert and able to cooperate with therapy sessions.
- You received Cerebrolysin treatment during the early stroke phase.
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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