Scientists scan stroke Survivors' brains to see how movement is controlled

NCT ID NCT06598150

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study uses fMRI to look at brain and spinal cord activity in people who have had a stroke and have weakness on one side. Participants will perform a simple shoulder movement while being scanned. The goal is to understand which neural pathways are used for movement after a stroke, which could help design better rehabilitation in the future.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could improve understanding of how the brain controls movement after a stroke, potentially guiding future rehabilitation therapies.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 32 participants. It does not test a treatment, so any benefits are indirect and far off.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia Paresis stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

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Locations

  • Northwestern University

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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