Mind-Controlled electrical stimulation helps stroke survivors walk again

NCT ID NCT04279067

Completed Disease control Sponsor: University of California, Irvine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a brain-computer interface (BCI) combined with functional electrical stimulation (FES) to help stroke survivors with foot weakness walk better. 62 adults who had a stroke at least 6 months prior and had trouble walking participated. The therapy used brain signals to trigger electrical stimulation that lifted the foot, aiming to improve gait speed and range of motion.

What this could mean

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Active substance: brain-computer interface combined with functional electrical stimulation (device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a new rehabilitation method that helps stroke survivors walk better and more independently.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed early-stage study with 62 participants. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the therapy requires specialized equipment and training.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemorrhagic stroke ischemic stroke stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEMORRHAGIC STROKE ISCHEMIC STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of California, Irvine - Sue & Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center

Irvine, California, 92697, United States

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