Could your breath help your hand? new device aims to ease stroke spasticity

NCT ID NCT04750551

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This pilot study tests a device called BreEStim that uses breathing to control electrical stimulation of hand muscles. Four people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and have moderate hand tightness will try one session. The goal is to see if it reduces finger stiffness and improves hand function.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: BreEStim (breathing-controlled electrical stimulation device)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a new way to help stroke survivors regain hand function and reduce muscle tightness without drugs.
What could go wrong: This is a very early pilot study with only 4 participants and a single session of treatment. Results may not apply to others, and the device may not provide lasting benefits.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for CHRONIC STROKE are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

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.

MOTOR RECOVERY

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Texas Health Science Center
RECRUITING

Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.