Clinical Trials for Stroke Rehabilitation

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov — U.S. National Library of Medicine — A database of privately and publicly funded clinical studies conducted around the world (U.S. National Library of Medicine, public domain).

This page lists clinical trials related to Stroke Rehabilitation from the ClinicalTrials.gov database.

Trial Summary

• Total studies: 50
• Recruiting: 20
• Active, not recruiting: 4
• Completed: 16
• Other: 10

Results are refreshed periodically and may not reflect the most current information available from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Recruiting Trials

NCT03752775 — Exoneuromusculoskeleton for Upper Limb Rehabilitation After Stroke

A new clothing robotic arm was developed for multi-joint coordinated upper limb rehabilitation after stroke. Patients after stroke will be recruited to evaluate the rehabilitation effectiveness of the device assisted upper limb rehabilitation. Both patients with chronic stroke and subacute stroke will be investigated.

NCT04934787 — ENMS With Balance Feedback for Post-stroke Ankle-foot Rehabilitation

In this work, a novel hybrid ankle-foot robot is designed for gait rehabilitation after stroke, i.e., exoneuromusculoskeleton with balance sensing feedback (ENMS-BSF) by integrating the advantages of soft pneumatic muscle, functional electrical stimulation, exoskeleton and foot balance feedback in one system. With the assistance of the ENMS-BSF the foot drop and foot inversion could be correcte…

NCT06053619 — Tolerance Study of Robotic-Assisted Virtual Reality Walking Rehabilitation for Non-Walking Stroke Patients

The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the tolerance of the use of immersive virtual reality (VR) during robotic walking rehabilitation sessions by Gait Trainer (GT) in post-stroke patients.

Secondary objectives aim to evaluate the motivation to participate in VR sessions compared to conventional sessions, the participants’ sense of presence within the virtual environment, and the …

NCT06400186 — Movement Amplification Gait Training to Enhance Walking Balance Post-Stroke

Stroke is a leading cause of disability in the United States, affecting approximately 795,000 people annually. The Veteran’s Health Administration provides over 60,000 outpatient visits for stroke-related care annually at a cost of over $250 million. Among ambulatory people with chronic stroke (PwCS), impaired balance is a common health concern that substantially limits mobility (those with the…

NCT07674329 — Effectiveness of Early Intervention With Virtual Reality-Based Interactive Rehabilitation on Upper Extremity Muscle Strength, Cognitive Status, Hospital Anxiety, and Exercise Self-Efficacy in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke

This interventional study evaluates the impact of early virtual rehabilitation, starting 24 hours post-diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke, on upper limb strength, cognitive status, and self-efficacy. The goal is to establish more effective rehabilitation protocols for acute ischemic stroke patients and to boost their motivation to participate in training.

NCT06782321 — Emotional Recovery Post-Stroke

The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether adding an emotional wellness component to occupational therapy (OT) and/or speech therapy (ST) telerehabilitation improves overall emotional well-being and activity participation for people with stroke.

NCT06919315 — Effectiveness of the Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP)

The goal of this clinical study is to examine the effectiveness of the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) in adults (18+) with accuired brain injury when applied in Danish rehabilitation context. The primary research question is: What is the effectiveness of the CO-OP approach on improvement of performance of daily activities (ADL) and quality of life compared to us…

NCT07036406 — Comparing Traditional Semantic Feature Analysis (tSFA) and Semantic Feature Analysis + Metacognitive Strategy Training (SFA+MST)

The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of traditional Semantic Feature Analysis (SFA) treatment to a modified SFA protocol that includes Metacognitive Strategy Training (SFA+MST) for adults with acquired aphasia. The main questions it aims to answer are:

• What are the comparative outcomes in picture naming accuracy and strategy use during picture naming following 2 mo…

NCT07112911 — Effects of Combined Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Robot and Trans-Spinal Electrical Stimulation in Poststroke Rehabilitation

The purpose of this study is to investigate the clinical efficacy and neurological progress of combined training using trans-spinal electrical stimulation (tsES) and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES)-driven robotics on upper limb rehabilitation after stroke

NCT06682429 — Telerehabilitation In The Home After Stroke

The purpose of this research study is to evaluate whether telerehabilitation targeting arm movement, when added to usual care, improves arm function and reduces global disability after stroke, compared to usual care alone.

Patients with arm weakness due to stroke that happened in the past 90-150 days will be randomized into one of two groups: [1] TR and usual care; [2] usual care only (no …

NCT07095920 — RESPARK - Brain Q for Chronic Stroke

This trial tests a promising new intervention to promote post-stroke neural reorganization and functional recovery. The Q Therapeutic (BQ 3.0) is a wearable medical system that produces and delivers non-invasive, extremely-low-intensity and low-frequency, frequency-tuned electromagnetic fields in order to stimulate neuronal networks with the aim of reducing disability and promoting neurorecover…

NCT07661849 — Efficacy of Tele-CPASS Compared to In-person CPASS Therapy for Upper Extremity Motor Recovery

This study evaluates whether a home-based telerehabilitation program (tele-CPASS) is as effective as an in-person rehabilitation program (CPASS) for improving arm and hand function after stroke. Stroke often leads to long-term difficulty using the affected arm in daily activities, and access to in-person therapy can be limited. This study aims to determine whether therapy delivered remotely can…

NCT07668349 — Effects of Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy and Mirror Therapy in Hemiplegic Stroke

The purpose of this study is to investigate and compare the effects of Modified Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT) and Mirror Therapy (MT) on upper extremity motor functions, activity participation, and independence in daily living activities among hemiplegic stroke patients. Participants diagnosed with stroke will be randomly assigned to intervention groups. The study aims to determin…

NCT07482501 — Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Cardiac Autonomic Dysfunction

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) added to conventional neurological rehabilitation on heart rate variability (HRV), quality of life, upper extremity muscle strength and autonomic symptoms in patients with stroke.

NCT07525713 — Virtual Reality Mirror Therapy With Focused Object-Directed Attention System

In this study, the investigators hypothesized that Virtual Reality Mirror Therapy with Focused Object-Directed Attention (VRMTFOA) would yield superior therapeutic effects compared to conventional Virtual Reality Mirror Therapy (VRMT) in individuals with unilateral stroke.

The aim of this study is to compare the immediate effects of a single session of VRMT, VRMTFOA, and VRMTFOA with auditory …

NCT07655492 — Developing a Tailored Neuropsychological Rehabilitation for Sturge-Weber Syndrome

The goal of this observational study is to learn about the neuropsychological profile of Sturge-Weber Syndrome (SWS) in children and adults with this rare neurocutaneous condition. SWS affects approximately 1 in 50,000 live births and is characterized by brain blood vessel malformations, facial port-wine stains, and abnormal vascularization in the brain, skin, and eyes. Patients are at high ris…

NCT07670325 — Funcitonality and Safety of a Knee Device for Gait Rehabilitation in Neurological Patients

This clinical investigation aims to evaluate the safety, feasibility, and preliminary performance of the AKO-R wearable robotic device for knee assistance during walking. The study involves participants performing treadmill and overground gait training under supervised conditions, with the device providing assistive torque to support movement. Clinical and functional outcomes are assessed using…

NCT07631078 — kTMP-Enhanced Motor Rehabilitation for Chronic Stroke Recovery (KULMINATE) Pilot

kTMP, kilohertz transcutaneous magnetic perturbations, is a low intensity transcranial magnetic stimulation technique that will be used in this study to promote arm/hand rehabilitation in patients who have been disabled by stroke.

NCT07649135 — Feasibility of a Remotely Delivered Step Count Intervention in Chronic Stroke

The goal of this study is to explore the feasibility of a new approach to rehabilitation that focuses on step count. Participants will complete 6 telephone or Zoom-based sessions with an occupational therapist over 6 weeks and use a step count tracker during that time. They will also complete questionnaires, assessments, surveys, and physical activity measurements during study weeks 0 (baseline…

NCT07676578 — Overground Virtual Reality (VR) Gait Rehabilitation for Stroke

The purpose of this study is to evaluate a new virtual reality (VR)-based rehabilitation program designed to help stroke survivors improve their walking abilities in real-world settings. By comparing immersive VR-assisted overground gait therapy to contemporary non-immersive, treadmill-based VR therapy (i.e., C-Mill), the investigators aim to determine its effectiveness in enhancing mobility an…

Active, Not Recruiting

NCT07691099 — Paired Associative Stimulation (PAS) for Stroke Rehabilitation

Paired associative stimulation (PAS) delivered with multi-channel deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) may enhance motor recovery in patients with first-ever ischemic stroke. This study evaluates whether dTMS-PAS targeting both primary motor cortices (M1-M1) improves upper-extremity hemiparesis when administered at the early subacute stage (up to three weeks poststroke).

NCT05520528 — Impact of Group Participation on Adults With Aphasia

The purpose of the study is to examine the impact of group participation on adults with aphasia. Participants will complete a standard pre-and post-assessment of language abilities (speech, comprehension, reading, and/or writing). Then participants will attend 90-minute weekly reading group sessions during an academic semester.

NCT07666906 — Telerehabilitation for Hand Function in Stroke Patients

Stroke is a leading cause of adult disability worldwide, with upper limb impairment significantly reducing independence. Traditional outpatient rehabilitation poses challenges for patients with mobility limitations, financial constraints, or those living in remote areas. This randomized controlled trial compares the effects of conventional outpatient rehabilitation with and without adjunctive t…

NCT07675759 — The Effect of Good Limb Position Management Assistive Devices on Preventing Shoulder Subluxation in Hemiplegic Patients

Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability worldwide. During the early stage of recovery after cerebral infarction, reduced muscle tone and muscle weakness in the affected upper limb may lead to shoulder instability and shoulder subluxation, which can subsequently result in pain, limited range of motion, increased spasticity, and impaired upper extremity function. Early prevention of sho…

Not Yet Recruiting

NCT07656675 — Electrotactile Frequency, Amplitude, and Temporal Gap Discrimination in Young Adults, Older Adults, and Stroke Survivors

The purpose of this study is to evaluate and compare sensory discrimination ability for electrotactile stimulation among young adults, older adults, and patients with stroke. Participants will receive non-invasive electrotactile stimulation through electrodes attached to the skin of the upper limb, such as the fingertip, palm, elbow, or shoulder, depending on the stimulation condition. The stud…

NCT07639606 — Mobile Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Early Stroke Recovery

This study aims to pilot “Maya,” a mobile cognitive behavioral therapy app, for use in adults with stroke experiencing depression and/or anxiety. This study will assess the acceptability, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy of Maya within the acute rehabilitation period.

NCT07674238 — Generalizability of Unsupervised Therapy After Stroke in the Home Setting With a Hand Rehabilitation Device (ReHandyBot)

The ReHandyBot (RHB) is a robot for hand rehabilitation after stroke. The aims of this study are to investigate (i) the generalizability of unsupervised therapy with the ReHandyBot within patients’ home after discharge from a clinic, (ii) compliance, as measured by the amount of unsupervised robot-assisted therapy dose (e.g., therapy time) performed by the subjects after discharge, (iii) the us…

NCT07650500 — Stroke Rehabilitation Through Intensive Exercise

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether combining moderate to high intensity aerobic exercise with constraint-induced movement therapy (CI therapy) can improve walking ability in adults who have had a stroke. The study will also learn if telerehabilitation at home can support long-term recovery after intensive rehabilitation.

The main questions this study aims to answer are:

• Doe…

NCT07686822 — Spinal Cord Stimulation Combined With Motor Imagery Brain-Computer Interface for Chronic Post-Stroke Upper Limb Motor Dysfunction

This clinical study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of spinal cord stimulation combined with non-invasive motor imagery brain-computer interface rehabilitation training in patients with upper limb motor dysfunction after chronic stroke. The study includes an experimental group receiving spinal cord stimulation combined with motor imagery brain-computer interface rehabilitation training…

NCT07331779 — Effect of tDCS Timing on Motor Recovery in Acute Stroke Rehabilitation

This randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled clinical trial investigates how the timing of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) influences functional recovery during acute stroke rehabilitation. 198 hospitalized patients with confirmed acute stroke will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. Each day, all participants will receive three tDCS sessions: one before, one during, a…

NCT06637839 — Optimal Dosing of High-Intensity Locomotor Training for Step Attainment and Locomotor Outcomes in Stroke Patients Undergoing Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation

The purpose of this study is to elucidate optimal dosing for High Intensity Gait Training (HIGT) to reduce locomotor disability for those undergoing inpatient rehabilitation (IR) in the subacute phase of stroke recovery.

This is a randomized controlled trial conducted at a single IR facility. Investigators will randomize patients to receive one of two distinct HIGT interventions or a high step…

NCT07531264 — Neuro-Intermuscular Coordination Enhancement (NICE) Rehabilitation Through Human-Machine Interaction in Chronic Stroke

The objective of this study is to develop Neuro-Intermuscular Coordination Enhancement (NICE) rehabilitation, a novel neuromuscular control signal-guided strategy that visually guides stroke patients to individually activate motor modules through human-machine interaction. Ultimately, the development will lead to better clinical motor recovery, better quality of life, and lowered healthcare cos…

Enrolling by Invitation

NCT07681102 — Amplitude Modulation Frequency Comparison in Kilohertz Transcranial Magnetic Perturbation (kTMP) for Chronic Stroke

Stroke is a leading cause of disability with many patients suffering chronic motor function impairments that affect their day-to-day activities. The goal of this proposal is to provide a first assessment of the feasibility and efficacy of an innovative non-invasive brain stimulation system, kTMP, in the treatment of motor impairment following stroke.

Completed Trials

NCT01207336 — Combined tDCS+PNS After Acute Stroke

Recent work showed that application of peripheral nerve and cortical stimulation independently can induce 10-15 % improvement in motor performance in patients with chronic stroke.

The purpose of this study was to compare in post-stroke hemiplegic patients the effect on motor recovery of one session of anodal transcranial direct current stimulation to the ipsilesional primary motor cortex (M1) …

NCT07666308 — Virtual Reality-Based Mirror Therapy and FES-Cycling in Stroke Rehabilitation

This randomized controlled, assessor-blinded study aimed to compare the effects of virtual reality-based mirror therapy (VRBMT) and functional electrical stimulation-assisted cycling (FES-cycling) when combined with conventional rehabilitation on upper extremity recovery in patients with stroke.

Participants with first-ever stroke, unilateral hemiplegia, and upper extremity impairment within s…

NCT05013762 — Fast Arm Motor Skill Training in Chronic Stroke Survivors

Every year, almost 800,000 people experience a stroke in the United States, which lead to upper-limb impairments, making recovery of motor function a priority in stroke rehabilitation. 1) The primary objective of this study is to determine whether fast arm movement training on a tracking task (“Speed-training”), in chronic stroke survivors with mild to moderate paresis, will generalize to impro…

NCT07682194 — Effects of Ecologically Valid VR Task-Oriented Exercises on Post-Stroke Motor and Cognitive Function

Why is this study being done?

After a stroke, many people have problems with movement, such as walking, balance, and using their arms and hands. They may also experience difficulties with thinking skills, including attention, memory, and problem-solving. These movement and thinking abilities work closely together during everyday activities, such as preparing a meal, shopping, or moving safely …

NCT07685691 — RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CLINICAL STATUS AND NERVE CONDUCTION TEST FINDINGS IN PATIENTS WITH UNILATERAL HEMIPLEGIA

Stroke-related hemiplegia may be accompanied by peripheral nerve conduction abnormalities, which may contribute to motor impairment and functional limitations. However, the frequency of these abnormalities and their relationship with clinical status have not been fully characterized. This single-center observational study aims to evaluate the frequency of peripheral nerve conduction abnormaliti…

NCT07092293 — Studying Rehabilitation Treatments Using Video to Improve Recovery for Adults With Physical Disabilities

This study aims to better understand how occupational therapists provide rehabilitation for adults recovering from stroke or spinal cord injury (SCI), with a focus on improving arm and hand function. Using video recordings of real outpatient therapy sessions, researchers will identify the key elements of treatment, such as the types of activities, the therapist’s techniques, and how patients re…

NCT06965894 — Lower Extremity Pressure Splints in HP

Hemiplegia (weakness or paralysis on one side of the body) often impacts the lower extremities, making it challenging for patients to walk or move their legs effectively. This study aims to explore the effects of pressure splints on the lower extremity movement and function in individuals who have experienced a stroke and suffer from hemiplegia. Pressure splints are specialized devices designed…

NCT07208422 — Task-Specific Self-Rehabilitation Training (TASSRET) Trial

The goal of this pilot RCT is to evaluate the effectiveness of a Task-specific Self-rehabilitation Training (TASSRET) program and compare the effect of the two formats of the TASSRET (video vs manual) on functional ability (upper extremity fine and gross motor skills, upper extremity manual dexterity and speed, voluntary movement and basic mobility, gait velocity, balance) and health-related qu…

NCT07656844 — Motor Imagery in Post-Stroke Dysphagia

This study evaluated the effects of motor imagery added to conventional swallowing rehabilitation in patients with dysphagia after stroke. Dysphagia, or swallowing difficulty, is a common problem after stroke and may increase the risk of aspiration, pneumonia, malnutrition, dehydration, and reduced quality of life.

Participants with post-stroke dysphagia were randomly assigned to one of three …

NCT07683130 — Comparative Effects of Mirror Therapy, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, and Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy on Upper Limb Motor Recovery in Stroke Survivors: A Three-Arm Randomized Controlled Trial

This study aimed to compare the effects of these three interventions on upper limb motor recovery in stroke survivors.

A three-arm randomized controlled trial was conducted in which eligible participants (N=90) with post-stroke upper limb hemiparesis were randomly allocated into three groups of 30 each: MT group, PNF group, and CIMT group. All groups received their respective interventions alo…

NCT07654582 — Effect of Adding Augmented Cues /Hand Stroke Patient

This study aims to investigate the effect of adding augmented cues to conventional physical therapy intervention on hand function in patients with post-stroke hemiparesis. Fifty patients with subacute ischemic stroke will be randomly assigned to either a study group receiving augmented cue-based training in addition to conventional physical therapy or a control group receiving conventional phys…

NCT07656987 — Effects of Different Doses of Virtual Reality Therapy in Chronic Stroke Patients

This study aimed to compare the effects of different doses of Wii Fit-based virtual reality (VR) therapy added to conventional rehabilitation in patients with chronic stroke. Forty-three patients were randomly assigned to three groups: a control group receiving conventional rehabilitation only (5 days/week, 45 min/session for 4 weeks), a VR3 group receiving conventional rehabilitation plus VR t…

NCT07229053 — Hospitalisation Duration in Stroke Patients

The stage at which functional recovery stops during the rehabilitation programme and which is one of the important determinants of the discharge decision is called “plateau”. Although the definition of plateau is not clear, it is assessed with scales valid for a specific patient. Generally, plateau is not a stage in which functional recovery is completely terminated in stroke patients, but a pe…

NCT06317194 — Pilot Study: A Novel Method of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation (kTMP) to Enhance Motor Function in Chronic Stroke Patients

Stroke is a leading cause of disability with many patients suffering chronic motor function impairments that affect their day-to-day activities. The goal of this proposal is to provide a first assessment of the feasibility and efficacy of an innovative non-invasive brain stimulation system, kTMP, in the treatment of motor impairment following stroke.

NCT07650331 — Inter- and Intra-Rater Reliability of a Wearable Inertial Sensor for Spatiotemporal Gait Assessment in Stroke Survivors

Background and Objective:

Stroke frequently impairs gait functionality, leading to significant limitations in functional independence and quality of life. Objective gait analysis is essential for evaluating clinical status and rehabilitation progress. While laboratory-bound, non-wearable systems are considered the gold standard, their high cost, complex infrastructure, and requirement for spec…

NCT07615569 — Robot-assisted Versus Conventional Physical Therapy for Hand in Sub-acute Stroke

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of robotic-assisted physiotherapy and conventional physiotherapy in improving hand function among patients with sub-acute stroke. Stroke often results in weakness, reduced hand strength, impaired dexterity, and difficulty performing daily activities due to upper-limb motor dysfunction. Early rehabilitation targeting hand recover…

Other (Terminated)

NCT03009773 — The Multitasking Rehabilitation She Enhanced Walking Speed Compared to the Simple Post Stroke Rehabilitation Task (AVC)?

Stroke is the leading cause of severe disability in adults. The first cause of alterations in the quality of life and autonomy in these patients are disorders of walking and the balance. They are the leading cause of falls responsible for important medical, surgical and economic complications as well as a reactionary social isolation.

The techniques of rehabilitation of walking to the subacute…