New hand therapy shows promise for stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT06455241

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

Summary

This study tested a new occupational therapy called HABIT, designed to help stroke survivors use their affected hand more in everyday activities. Eleven adults with mild hand weakness after stroke participated. Researchers measured hand use and satisfaction with daily tasks before and after the therapy. The goal was to see if the approach is feasible and might improve real-world 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

HABIT (Hand Activities Behavior Intervention) - a novel occupational therapy program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a practical therapy to help stroke survivors regain daily use of their affected hand.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 11 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the therapy may not show lasting benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tel-Aviv University

    Tel Aviv, Israel