Targeted Brain Stimulation for Stroke Recovery
Determine the Effect of Targeted High-definition Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) on Reducing Post-stroke Upper Limb Motor Impairments
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Stroke
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 90
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Basic Science
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Carle Foundation Hospital · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people who have had a stroke and have trouble moving one arm. Participants will receive targeted brain stimulation to see if it helps improve movement in their affected arm.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have weakness in one arm due to a stroke.
- I can give my consent to participate.
You may not be able to join if
- I have unusual muscle tone or problems in my other arm.
- I have severe weakness or sensory loss in my affected arm.
- I have serious cognitive issues affecting my understanding.
- I have severe medical problems affecting my health.
- I use a pacemaker.
- I have metal implants in my head.
- I have had bad reactions to brain stimulation treatments.
- I am pregnant.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Significant motor impairments occur in 80% of individuals after moderate to severe stroke and impact the body side to the lesioned hemisphere. Typical motor impairments involve loss of dexterity with highly prevalent upper limb flexion synergy. Advances in treating flexion synergy impairments have been hampered by a lack of precision rehabilitation. Previous studies suggest and support the role of…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Paresis confined to one side, with substantial motor impairment of the paretic upper limb
* Capacity to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Muscle tone abnormalities and motor or sensory impairment in the non-paretic limb
* Severe wasting or contracture or signifi…
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