Sahmyook University
Clinical trials sponsored by Sahmyook University, explained in plain language.
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New rehab combo aims to help stroke survivors walk stronger, fear falls less
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a 5-week physical therapy program for people recovering from a recent stroke. It combined two approaches: light exercise with a special cuff to boost muscle strength, and walking while doing mental tasks to improve balance. Researchers wanted to see if this comb…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sahmyook University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New video tool could let therapists watch stroke patients stand Up—From anywhere
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new video-based tool designed to help physical therapists remotely assess how well stroke patients can stand up from a chair. The tool breaks down the standing motion into detailed steps for therapists to score. Researchers checked if different therapists usin…
Sponsor: Sahmyook University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Robotic exoskeleton steps in to fight muscle wasting after stroke
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested if adding a wearable robot suit for walking practice to standard recumbent bike training could better help people recovering from a recent stroke who are losing muscle. Fifty-three participants were randomly assigned to receive either the combined robot and bike…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sahmyook University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Could simple breathing exercises help stroke patients walk better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special breathing exercise program, combined with core muscle training, could help people recovering from a recent stroke. Twenty participants either did these exercises or received standard rehab for four weeks. Researchers wanted to see if the combin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sahmyook University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:22 UTC
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Your head position could be messing with your balance and brain power
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how having a forward head posture affects a person's balance and brain activity compared to a normal head posture. Researchers had 38 healthy adults perform balance tasks while also doing thinking tasks, measuring their brain activity and stability.…
Sponsor: Sahmyook University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:28 UTC