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New treatment option for Motor Recovery
Official title BreEStim for Post-Stroke Motor Recovery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04750551
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The overall goal is to investigate the effectiveness of a novel intervention - Breathing-controlled electrical stimulation (BreEStim) on finger flexor spasticity reduction and hand function improvement in chronic stroke with moderate impairment.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- has post stroke ≥ 6 months , medically stable;
- Unilateral, single stroke (no restriction on type (ischemic or hemorrhagic) or volume (large or small) of stroke);
- MAS score ≥ 1, i.e., detectable finger flexor hypertonia;
You likely can't join if
- include:
- Patients with visual deficit/neglect; hearing or cognitive impairment;
- Patients with history of pulmonary disease (Asthma, chronic obstruction pulmonary disease, COPD);
- Patients that are currently adjusting tone alternating medications (e.g., baclofen), or
- Patients received botulinum toxin injection to the arm/fingers \<4 months, or phenol injections \< 2 years;
- Patients with a pacemaker;
See the full eligibility criteria
- has post stroke ≥ 6 months , medically stable;
- Unilateral, single stroke (no restriction on type (ischemic or hemorrhagic) or volume (large or small) of stroke);
- MAS score ≥ 1, i.e., detectable finger flexor hypertonia;
- include:
- Patients with visual deficit/neglect; hearing or cognitive impairment;
- Patients with history of pulmonary disease (Asthma, chronic obstruction pulmonary disease, COPD);
- Patients that are currently adjusting tone alternating medications (e.g., baclofen), or
- Patients received botulinum toxin injection to the arm/fingers \<4 months, or phenol injections \< 2 years;
- Patients with a pacemaker;
- Women who are pregnant.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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