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Official title fNIRS for Monitoring Cortical Activity in Stroke Recovery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07623512
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial aims to investigate the mechanisms of brain reorganization underlying motor recovery following end-effector (EE) and exoskeleton (Exo) robot-assisted hand training in individuals with stroke. Using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), the study will (1) investigate brain activation patterns during EE and Exo robot-assisted hand movements in healthy adults and individuals with stroke and (2) examine longitudinal changes in brain activation and motor recovery over a 6-week intervention.
- 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 20 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Stroke participants
- unilateral stroke onset ≥ 3 months
- Fugl-Meyer Assessment for Upper Extremity (FMA-UE) score between 18 to 56 - modified Ashworth scale ≤ 3 in proximal joints and modified Ashworth...
- able to follow 2-step instructions
- without excessive spasticity in any of the UE joints.
You likely can't join if
- orthopedic conditions affecting the arm/hand or other neurological conditions
- severe pain that prevents movement in the affected arm and hand
- implanted cardiac pacemakers and cardioverter-defibrillators
- osteoporosis, fracture, or severe ataxia
- unstable medical status
- participating in other rehabilitation or drug studies simultaneously
See the full eligibility criteria
- Stroke participants
- unilateral stroke onset ≥ 3 months
- Fugl-Meyer Assessment for Upper Extremity (FMA-UE) score between 18 to 56 - modified Ashworth scale ≤ 3 in proximal joints and modified Ashworth scale ≤ 2 in distal joints
- able to follow 2-step instructions
- without excessive spasticity in any of the UE joints.
- orthopedic conditions affecting the arm/hand or other neurological conditions
- severe pain that prevents movement in the affected arm and hand
- implanted cardiac pacemakers and cardioverter-defibrillators
- osteoporosis, fracture, or severe ataxia
- unstable medical status
- participating in other rehabilitation or drug studies simultaneously
- receiving Botulinum toxin injections within 3 months Healthy participants
- have no neurological conditions
- have no musculoskeletal disorders affecting the UE
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Taoyuan, Taiwan
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, 20 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Taoyuan, Taiwan. 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.