Laser light might loosen stiff hands after stroke
NCT ID NCT07171788
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether shining a low-level laser on the wrist can reduce muscle tightness and improve hand function in 40 stroke survivors aged 45 to 60. Participants will receive either laser therapy plus standard physical therapy or just physical therapy. The goal is to see if the laser can safely ease spasticity and boost grip strength.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- low-level laser therapy
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to ease muscle tightness and improve hand use after a stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early trial with only 40 people, so results may not apply widely. The laser effect may be too weak to make a real difference.
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