Mind over movement: mental rehearsal may smooth arm function after stroke

NCT ID NCT07507552

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Istinye University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a single session of a mental practice technique called PETTLEP-based Action Observation and Motor Imagery (AOMI) can immediately improve arm movement in stroke survivors. Participants will either watch and mentally rehearse a reach-to-grasp task or do a control relaxation activity. Researchers will use a smartphone-based motion capture system to measure smoothness and compensatory body movements.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: PETTLEP-based Action Observation and Motor Imagery (AOMI) - a mental practice technique
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help stroke survivors move their arm more smoothly and rely less on their body to compensate.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early study (28 people) testing only immediate effects after a single session. It may not lead to lasting improvements or work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEMIPLEGIA HEMIPLEGIA AND/OR HEMIPARESIS FOLLOWING STROKE STROKE

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