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Official title FES-Assisted Upper Extremity Ergometer Training in Subacute Stroke
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07484854
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability and often results in impaired upper extremity function and reduced aerobic capacity. Improving both cardiovascular and function is an important goal in stroke rehabilitation.
- 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 18 to 85
You may be able to join if
- Age between 18 and 85 years
- Diagnosis of subacute stroke (≤6 months after stroke onset)
- Ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke confirmed by imaging
- Unilateral hemiplegia affecting the upper extremity
- Brunnstrom upper extremity motor recovery stage between 1 and 5
You likely can't join if
- Severe cognitive impairment or communication disorder preventing cooperation
- Severe cardiopulmonary disease or other medical conditions contraindicating exercise testing or training
- Uncontrolled hypertension or cardiac arrhythmia
- Severe musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremity limiting participation in ergometer training
- Presence of implanted electronic devices (e.g., pacemaker) contraindicating functional electrical stimulation
- History of epilepsy or uncontrolled seizures
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age between 18 and 85 years
- Diagnosis of subacute stroke (≤6 months after stroke onset)
- Ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke confirmed by imaging
- Unilateral hemiplegia affecting the upper extremity
- Brunnstrom upper extremity motor recovery stage between 1 and 5
- Modified Ashworth Scale score \<3 in the affected upper extremity
- Ability to follow simple verbal commands and cooperate with assessments
- Medically stable and able to participate in an exercise-based rehabilitation program
- Voluntary agreement to participate in the study and provision of written informed consent
- Severe cognitive impairment or communication disorder preventing cooperation
- Severe cardiopulmonary disease or other medical conditions contraindicating exercise testing or training
- Uncontrolled hypertension or cardiac arrhythmia
- Severe musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremity limiting participation in ergometer training
- Presence of implanted electronic devices (e.g., pacemaker) contraindicating functional electrical stimulation
- History of epilepsy or uncontrolled seizures
- Severe spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale ≥3)
- Participation in another treatment study during the study period
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.