Mirror or action? new study tests best therapy for stroke arm recovery

NCT ID NCT07641803

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Lahore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested two different therapies—mirror therapy and action observation therapy—to see which better helps chronic stroke survivors improve arm movement and quality of life. 76 participants received one of the therapies plus standard physiotherapy for six weeks. The goal is to find a more effective way to boost recovery and independence.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: mirror therapy and action observation therapy (behavioral interventions)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show which therapy better helps stroke survivors regain arm movement and independence.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 76 people, so results may not apply to everyone. Both therapies are low-risk but may not work for all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Lahore Teaching Hospital

Lahore, 54590, Pakistan

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