Electric pulses and sound waves may rebuild muscle after stroke

NCT ID NCT07708597

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether combining neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) with therapeutic ultrasound can help stroke patients who also have sarcopenia—a condition of low muscle mass and strength. Participants receive four weeks of daily therapy, and researchers measure changes in muscle thickness, grip strength, and physical function. The goal is to see if the combo works better than standard rehab alone.

What this could mean

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Active substance: neuromuscular electrical stimulation and therapeutic ultrasound
What this could lead to: If successful, this combination therapy could offer a new way to restore muscle and function in stroke survivors with muscle wasting.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase trial with 152 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy is time-intensive and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sarcopenia stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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SARCOPENIA STROKE

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Locations

Nanjing First Hospital

Nanjing, Jiangsu, 2100061, China

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