Hemiplegia

This trial compares two approaches—sensory motor integration and the Bobath technique—to see which better improves hand skills in children aged 6 to 12 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Fifty children will receive one of the two therapies for 45 minutes, three times a week, over th…

This study tested whether combining blood flow restriction with physical therapy could improve leg muscle strength and walking in 30 children with hemiplegia (ages 3-8). The therapy involved exercises like stretching, balance training, and walking drills while blood flow to the l…

This study tested a new intensive therapy called I-ACQUIRE for infants aged 8 to 36 months who had a stroke around birth and have weakness on one side. The therapy involves guided play and movement exercises for either 3 or 6 hours a day, 5 days a week for 4 weeks. Researchers co…

This completed trial tested whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS with intensive rehabilitation can improve hand function in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy caused by perinatal stroke. 89 children participated, and the study measured changes i…

This study tested a rehabilitation technique called blood flow restriction training (BFRT) in 70 stroke survivors with arm weakness on one side. Participants did low-intensity exercises while wearing a cuff that partially restricted blood flow to the affected arm. The goal was to…

This study tested a set of simple, affordable robots called Rehab CARES to help older adults who had a stroke improve arm and hand function. Twenty-seven participants used the robots for one-hour sessions, three times a week for four weeks, while also receiving standard therapy. …

This study tested whether a brain-computer interface (BCI) system called IpsiHand can help people with chronic stroke improve arm and hand movement when used at home. 109 adults with arm weakness after a stroke used either the BCI system or standard exercises. The BCI system uses…

This pilot study tested whether triheptanoin oil, a special fat taken by mouth, can reduce the number of sudden paralytic attacks in children with Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC), a rare genetic disorder. Ten participants aged 15 and older with confirmed ATP1A3 mutation…

This study tested a Turkish version of the Johns Hopkins In-Room Independence Scale, which measures a patient's ability to move, use the toilet, and think clearly while in their hospital room. Researchers worked with 100 adults who had conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, or ampu…

This study tests whether a technique called flossing (using a stretchy band around the shoulder) can reduce pain, improve movement, and help sleep in people who have had a stroke and have shoulder pain. About 40 adults aged 30-55 who are at least 6 months post-stroke will take pa…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality-based mirror therapy or electrical stimulation-assisted cycling to standard rehab helps stroke survivors regain arm function better than rehab alone. Sixty adults who had a stroke within the past six months took part in a four-week…

This study tested if magnetic therapy can help with shoulder pain and movement in people who had a stroke. Fifty participants with mild muscle tightness and shoulder pain received the treatment. Researchers used ultrasound to check shoulder changes and measured pain and function.…

This study compared two non-invasive therapies—radiofrequency (TECAR) and ultrasound—for treating shoulder pain in 45 stroke survivors. Participants had shoulder pain for at least 3 months after their stroke. Researchers measured pain, range of motion, and daily function to see w…

This study tested whether wearing a pressure splint on the leg during rehab exercises helps stroke patients with one-sided weakness (hemiplegia) improve leg movement, balance, and strength. Thirty participants were split into two groups: one did exercises with the splint, the oth…

This study tested whether adding foot pressure feedback to robot-assisted walking training helps improve walking symmetry and balance in people who have had a stroke and have weakness on one side. Sixteen adults with chronic hemiplegia completed a 4-week program using a Lokomat r…

This pilot study tested a wearable grasping neuroprosthesis in 6 people with hand weakness after a stroke. Participants used the device at home daily to help with gripping tasks. The study focused on how often people used it and whether it was practical and helpful in real life.

This study compared two therapies—myofeedback and neuromuscular electrical stimulation—to see which better improves arm and hand function in children aged 6 to 14 who have one-sided weakness (hemiplegia) after brain tumor surgery. Forty-five children participated, and researchers…

This study tested whether a breathing exercise using an Ambu-bag (air stacking) can improve lung function and trunk control in people who had a stroke. Twenty stroke survivors did either the air stacking breathing exercise or standard diaphragmatic breathing, three times a week f…

This study tested whether a set of exercises called FAST (Fast muscle Activation and Stepping Training) can improve walking balance in people who had a stroke. 55 participants who had a first stroke within the past 6 months and had leg weakness took part. They did 12 sessions of …

This study tested whether robot-assisted arm therapy works as well as traditional therapy with a physiotherapist for people recovering from a stroke. 58 adults who had a stroke within the past 6 weeks took part in a 6-week program doing the same arm exercises, either with a robot…

This study tested a tablet-based app that helps people recovering from stroke improve coordination between both arms. 40 participants with moderate arm weakness used the app to practice moving their arms together in rhythm. The goal was to see if this fun, at-home style training …

This study tested a non-invasive treatment called shock wave therapy on 21 stroke survivors with arm stiffness. The therapy uses sound waves to relax tight muscles. Participants received 8 sessions over 4 weeks, and researchers checked for improvements in stiffness, pain, and dai…

This study tested whether breathing high-flow oxygen for 15 minutes can stop dystonic or plegic attacks in children with Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC), a rare genetic disorder causing temporary paralysis and muscle spasms. 24 participants used oxygen or a placebo (med…

This study tested whether combining motor imagery (thinking about moving without actually moving) with a type of brain stimulation called TMS could help people who had a stroke regain arm function. 24 adults who had a stroke at least one month prior participated. The goal was to …

This study tested two breathing devices—a Lung Boost trainer and an incentive spirometer—to see which better improves lung function in 60 children aged 4-9 with cerebral palsy who had recovered from COVID-19. All children also received standard breathing therapy. The goal was to …

This study tested a new rehab method for people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and still have hand weakness and stiffness. The approach combined a drug called cyproheptadine with active movement practice to help improve voluntary muscle control and strength. 96 participan…

After a stroke, many people struggle to open their affected hand. This study tested two types of electrical stimulation—one that cycles on and off automatically, and another that is controlled by the good hand—plus standard occupational therapy. 132 stroke survivors took part to …

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) balance games to standard physical therapy helps people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side (hemiplegia). 43 patients were split into two groups: one got regular therapy plus VR balance exercises, the other got regu…

This study tested a wearable device that uses mild electrical pulses to help people who have had a stroke walk more easily. Ten adults who had a stroke and lived in the community took part. The device was used in a lab and later at home to see if it could improve leg movement dur…

This study tested a modified training program that combines watching movements, imagining movements, and doing exercises to help stroke survivors improve arm function. 46 people who had a stroke within the past 1 to 6 months took part. The goal was to see if this approach could i…

This study looked at whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in people who have had a stroke. Forty participants aged 50-85 with lasting shoulder pain after a stroke received the laser treatment. The goal was to see if it helps with pain…

This completed study tested whether adding neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to mirror therapy improves arm function in people with hemiplegia (one-sided paralysis). 42 participants were split into three groups: mirror therapy alone, NMES alone, or both combined. The go…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality games to standard rehabilitation helps people who had a stroke improve arm function. Forty adults within one year of their first stroke participated. Results measured arm movement, daily activities, and participation levels.

This study looked at whether adding aerobic exercise to standard rehabilitation helps stroke patients who received botulinum toxin for arm muscle tightness. 56 adults aged 18-75 took part. Researchers measured sleep quality, quality of life, and daily function to see if the extra…

This study tested whether adding ultrasound or whole-body vibration to regular stretching helps children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy improve knee motion and function. Sixty children aged 4-6 years participated. The results may show which extra therapy works best for boosting m…

This study looked at whether adding special arm-reaching exercises to standard stroke rehab helps improve trunk control, balance, walking, and fall risk. 30 adults who had a stroke at least 3 months ago took part. Some did fast arm reaches to a light, others held the reach for 5 …

This study tested a combination of rhythmic auditory stimulation (like music or beats) and functional electrical stimulation (mild electrical pulses to muscles) to improve walking in 60 children aged 6 to 10 with hemiparesis. The goal was to see if this approach could help them t…

This study looked at whether a single session of Vojta therapy, a special type of physical therapy, could help a 15-year-old with hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body) improve hand movement. The child's hand dexterity and brain activity were measured before and after the…

This study tested whether adding mirror therapy to Botox injections can better reduce arm spasticity in stroke survivors. Thirty patients who had a stroke at least three months earlier received Botox injections and then either mirror therapy or a sham treatment. Researchers measu…

This small study tested whether indoor rock climbing can improve muscle strength, tone, and balance in children with hemiplegia (weakness on one side of the body). Twelve children aged 4 to 16 completed climbing moves like flags and traverses on a climbing wall. Researchers measu…

This study tested two types of wrist splints—static (non-moving) and dynamic (allowing some movement)—in 20 people who had a stroke and developed wrist stiffness. The goal was to see which splint better reduces muscle tightness and improves hand function. Participants wore the as…

This study tested whether kinesio taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) can improve arm and hand function, reduce pain, and boost mood in people who recently had a stroke. 26 adults with arm weakness were randomly assigned to get either real kinesio taping or a fake …

This study tested whether imagining hand movements while getting real-time brain feedback could help stroke survivors with arm weakness. Sixteen people who had a stroke at least six months earlier practiced motor imagery with a brain-computer interface for four weeks. The goal wa…

This study tested two types of arm exercises in 26 people who had a stroke and had trouble using one arm. One type used automatic movements (where the target moves to guide the arm), and the other used intentional movements (where the target stays still). The goal was to see whic…

This study tested whether a robotic device called Luna EMG, which uses muscle signals to assist movement, can improve walking and balance in people recovering from a stroke. 62 older adults with leg weakness after a stroke were randomly assigned to get either robotic training plu…

This study tested whether adding a perceptual learning exercise—training patients to feel differences in floor hardness with their feet—could improve balance and reduce fall risk in people with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) after a stroke. 34 adults aged 45-65 who had a stro…

This study looked at whether a small chest muscle, the pectoralis minor, plays a role in shoulder pain common after a stroke. Nineteen stroke survivors with shoulder pain received injections into the muscle and nearby joint area. Researchers measured pain levels and shoulder move…

This study tested a virtual reality program called MOVE-IT that kids with hemiplegia (one-sided arm weakness) can use at home. 25 children participated to see if the VR exercises improve hand and arm function better than usual care. The goal was to make therapy more engaging and …

This study looked at two ways to help people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side of the body. One group practiced walking and balance while doing a second task, like counting or carrying something. The other group practiced walking and balance alone. The goal was to se…

This study tested whether wearing a weighted brace on the unaffected ankle for three months helps people who have had a stroke walk farther. Forty-two participants who had a stroke more than three months ago but less than five years ago took part. Half wore a weighted brace (2-4 …

This study tested a new method to measure how stroke patients use their trunk to compensate for arm weakness during a reaching task. Researchers enrolled 144 hemiparetic patients and used motion analysis to track trunk displacement. The goal was to see if this measurement is reli…

This study looked at how activating two key core muscles—the transversus abdominis and lumbar multifidus—affects balance in 36 people with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) after a stroke. Researchers measured balance using standard tests like the Berg Balance Scale. The goal wa…

This study translated the Fugl-Meyer assessment, a test that measures movement and function after a stroke, into Turkish and checked if it works correctly. Researchers tested 80 stroke patients in Turkey to see if the Turkish version is reliable and accurate. The goal was to give…

This study looked at how walking speed changes the way stroke survivors walk. Fifteen people who had a stroke and could walk with or without help were asked to walk at different speeds while their steps were measured. The goal was to understand how speed affects step length, bala…

This study looked at 40 children with cerebral palsy, ages 4 to 8, to see if anxiety is linked to worse balance, muscle stiffness, and movement. Researchers measured anxiety, spasticity, balance, and gross motor function. The goal was to understand these connections better, not t…

This study looked at how shoulder pain impacts joint awareness, balance, touch sensation, and muscle strength in people who have had a stroke and have lasting weakness on one side (hemiplegia). Researchers measured these factors in 78 participants to better understand the effects…

This study looked at 40 stroke patients with arm muscle stiffness (spasticity) who were treated with botulinum toxin (Botox). Researchers measured tiny electrical signals in the muscle to see how they change over time and whether they relate to how well the treatment works. The g…

This study investigated why humans swing their arms during walking, a common but poorly understood movement. Researchers had 25 participants, including healthy individuals and those with conditions like stroke or Parkinson's disease, walk on a force-sensing treadmill. They measur…

This pilot study looked at how focused sound waves (shock wave therapy) reduce muscle tightness in the arm after a stroke. Twelve adults who had a stroke at least six months ago received the treatment. Researchers measured changes in muscle stiffness, nerve signals, and arm funct…

This study looked at how shoulder muscles work in people who have had a stroke compared to healthy individuals. Researchers measured muscle activity during two types of arm exercises: raising arms overhead and pushing against a table. The goal was to understand muscle timing and …

This study tested whether different practice conditions help stroke survivors learn to use their more affected arm. Twenty-eight participants with arm weakness after a stroke practiced a scooping task over two days. Researchers measured how well they performed the task immediatel…