Magnetic pulses may restore arm function in chronic stroke survivors
NCT ID NCT06317194
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests a new non-invasive brain stimulation device called kTMP (kilohertz transcranial magnetic perturbation) to see if it can improve arm and hand movement in people who had a stroke more than six months ago. The study enrolls 7 adults aged 18-80 with stable upper limb weakness. Researchers measure changes in motor function using standard tests and motion capture. The goal is to assess whether this approach is feasible and potentially effective for chronic stroke rehabilitation.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- kTMP (kilohertz transcranial magnetic perturbation) device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a new non-invasive way to help stroke survivors regain arm and hand function without surgery or drugs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 7 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The technique is new and its effectiveness and safety are not yet proven.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Magnetic Tides, Inc.
Berkeley, California, 94704, United States
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