Brain scan breakthrough could predict stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT07666165

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Delaware Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether brain scans (fMRI) can predict how well stroke survivors will recover arm and hand function after physical therapy. Fourteen people with chronic stroke completed 12 therapy sessions. Researchers measured brain connectivity before and after therapy to see if it could forecast improvements in motor skills.

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 help predict which stroke survivors will benefit most from physical therapy, allowing for more personalized rehabilitation plans.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage study (14 people) focused on measuring brain activity, not testing a treatment. The results may not apply to all stroke survivors.

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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

Center for Biomedical and Brain Imaging

Newark, Delaware, 19713, United States
STAR Health Sciences Complex

Newark, Delaware, 19713, United States

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