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New treatment option for Stroke
Official title Electroacupuncture and rTMS for Post-Stroke Motor Recovery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07113990
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to evaluate the combined efficacy of repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) and Electroacupuncture (EA) in improving motor function recovery post-stroke, compared to rTMS combined with sham EA. Participants will receive either active EA or sham EA alongside standard rTMS treatment.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with stroke confirmed by neuroimaging (CT/MRI).
- First-ever stroke, unilateral hemispheric lesion, related to motor dysfunction.
- Age between 40 and 75 years.
- Duration from stroke onset between 2 weeks and 6 months.
- Brunnstrom stage II-IV.
You likely can't join if
- History of epilepsy or familial epilepsy.
- Motor dysfunction due to non-vascular causes (e.g., tumor, trauma).
- Severe aphasia or cognitive impairment (MoCA \< 18).
- Severe systemic complications (e.g., severe organ dysfunction, deep vein thrombosis).
- Presence of metallic implants or contraindications for MRI.
- Severe anxiety (HAMA \> 7) or depression (HAMD \> 8).
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with stroke confirmed by neuroimaging (CT/MRI).
- First-ever stroke, unilateral hemispheric lesion, related to motor dysfunction.
- Age between 40 and 75 years.
- Duration from stroke onset between 2 weeks and 6 months.
- Brunnstrom stage II-IV.
- Right-handed.
- Able to understand instructions and voluntarily provide written informed consent.
- History of epilepsy or familial epilepsy.
- Motor dysfunction due to non-vascular causes (e.g., tumor, trauma).
- Severe aphasia or cognitive impairment (MoCA \< 18).
- Severe systemic complications (e.g., severe organ dysfunction, deep vein thrombosis).
- Presence of metallic implants or contraindications for MRI.
- Severe anxiety (HAMA \> 7) or depression (HAMD \> 8).
- Severe spasticity (modified Ashworth ≥ 2).
- Fear or intolerance of TMS or electroacupuncture.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, or concurrent participation in other clinical trials affecting outcomes.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Fuzhou, Fujian, China
- Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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, 40 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Fuzhou, Fujian, China; Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.