Robots teach tai chi to stroke survivors – could it boost arm recovery?

NCT ID NCT06897631

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Jing Tao Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares robot-assisted tai chi training to standard physical therapy for improving arm function in people who have had a stroke. 120 participants will do 60-minute sessions, five days a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure motor recovery using standard tests like the Fugl-Meyer Assessment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Robot-assisted tai chi training device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a more engaging and effective rehab option for stroke survivors to regain arm movement and coordination.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may be influenced by placebo effects or participant expectations. The device may not be widely available if successful.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for STROKE are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

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

Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
RECRUITING

Fuzhou, Fujian, 350003, China
The Third People's Hospital Affiliated to Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
RECRUITING

Fuzhou, Fujian, 350122, China

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.