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Could a belly zapper help stroke survivors regain balance?

NCT ID NCT07143630

Symptom relief Sponsor: Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether using a mild electrical stimulation device on the belly muscles, along with core exercises, can improve balance and muscle thickness in people who have had a stroke. Only 2 participants are enrolled, so it is a very early test. The goal is to see if this approach might help stroke survivors regain trunk control and independence.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) device applied to abdominal muscles
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a new rehabilitation method to improve balance and trunk strength after stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early trial with only 2 participants, so results may not apply to others. The treatment may not produce meaningful improvements.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 2 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2025

Expected to finish

Apr 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65 years. * At least 1 month since the onset of stroke. * Ability to maintain sitting balance without support. * Ability to stand with or without support. * Voluntary agreement to participate in the study (signed informed consent). Exclusion Criteria: * History of hemiplegia on the contralateral side of the body. * Medically unstable condition. * History of orthopedic or neurological disease that may cause balance impairment. * Presence of balance problems prior to stroke. * Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 35 * Presence of a cardiac pacemaker. * Diagnosis of malignancy. * Epilepsy. * Pregnancy. * Open wound or infection in the area where stimulation will be applied. * Lack of cooperation or inability to follow instructions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Stroke

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital

    Istanbul, 34480, Turkey (Türkiye)

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