Brain zap plus mind control: new combo aims to restore arm movement after stroke

NCT ID NCT06951035

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether combining brain stimulation (rTMS) with a brain-computer interface can help people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago regain arm movement. The brain-computer interface translates thoughts of moving into electrical muscle stimulation. The trial will enroll 50 participants and focus on improving how reliably the interface detects the person's intention to move.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a more reliable brain-computer interface therapy that helps stroke survivors regain arm movement.
What could go wrong: This is an early, small study (50 people) testing feasibility and brain signatures, not a proven treatment. Results may not apply to all stroke patients.

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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.

CHONIC STROKE PATIENTS WITH MOTOR IMPAIRMENT OF UPPER LIMB

Contacts and locations

Locations

Institut du Cerveau
RECRUITING

Paris, 75013, France

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