HEMIPLEGIA

This study tested whether simple, affordable robots could help stroke survivors with arm weakness improve their movement and daily function. 27 adults over age 55 who had a stroke at least 3 months earlier used the Rehab CARES system in a community setting. The robots provided fo…

This study tested a Turkish version of the Johns Hopkins In-Room Independence Scale, which measures how well a person can 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 amput…

This study tested whether a dynamic (moving) wrist splint or a static (fixed) splint better reduces wrist spasticity in people who had a stroke 1-6 months earlier. 20 participants wore one type of splint and had their wrist stiffness measured before and after. The goal was to see…

This study tested whether a specific breathing exercise using an Ambu-bag (air stacking) could improve lung function and trunk control in 20 stroke survivors. Participants did the exercise three times a week for four weeks. The results showed improvements in breathing and trunk s…

This study looked at two ways to help people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side of their body. One group practiced walking and balance while doing a second task, like counting or carrying something. The other group practiced the same exercises without any extra task. …

This study tested whether magnetic therapy can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in people who had a stroke. Thirty adults with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) and mild to moderate shoulder pain took part. Researchers measured pain threshold and range of motion before …

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) balance games to standard physical therapy helps people with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) after a stroke. 43 adults were split into two groups: one got regular therapy plus VR games, the other got regular therapy alone. …

This study tested three different electrical stimulation therapies to help people who had a stroke regain hand function. 132 participants with hand weakness were assigned to one of the treatments. The goal was to see which therapy best improved their ability to pick up and move b…

This study looked at whether using a small electrical device on the arm while doing mirror therapy helps people with hemiplegia (weakness on one side) recover better than mirror therapy or electrical stimulation alone. 42 adults with stable, subacute hemiplegia took part. Researc…

This study looked at whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side (hemiplegia). Forty participants aged 50-85 with lasting shoulder pain were treated. The goal was to see if the laser c…

This study looked at how shoulder muscles work during different arm exercises in people who had a stroke and in healthy people. Researchers measured muscle timing and activity using special sensors. The goal was to better understand muscle function after stroke, which could help …

This study looked at how shock wave therapy helps reduce arm stiffness (spasticity) in people who had a stroke. Twelve adults with stroke-related arm tightness received the treatment. Researchers wanted to find out if the therapy works by changing the muscle's physical properties…