New tool could help doctors spot muscle problems after stroke
NCT ID NCT07429383
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study checks if a tool called the Hypertonia Assessment Tool (HAT) can correctly identify different types of muscle tightness in adults who have had a stroke. The tool was already tested in children with cerebral palsy, but not in adults after stroke. Researchers will test 60 stroke survivors to see if the tool gives consistent results and matches other standard tests.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could give doctors a reliable way to identify different types of muscle tightness after stroke, leading to better rehabilitation plans.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage validation study with only 60 participants. The tool may not work as well in adults as it does in children, or results may not apply to all stroke survivors.
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Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Istanbul, 34752, Turkey (Türkiye)
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