Mind-Controlled VR game aims to reboot Stroke-Damaged arms

NCT ID NCT07374276

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Technical University of Lisbon Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining a brain-computer interface with virtual reality can improve arm and hand movement in stroke survivors. Twelve adults who had a stroke 6 to 24 months ago will each try both the VR-enhanced training and a standard brain-computer interface training. The goal is to see if the VR version leads to better recovery of movement and daily function.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Motor Imagery-based Brain-Computer Interface coupled with Virtual Reality (MI-BCI-VR)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a more effective rehabilitation method for stroke survivors to regain arm and hand function.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early-stage trial with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The technology is complex and may not be practical for widespread use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centro de Medicina de Reabilitação de Alcoitão
RECRUITING

Alcabideche, Lisbon District, 2649-506, Portugal

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