Robotic arm training may improve movement after stroke
NCT ID NCT04446273
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways of using a robotic device to help people with chronic stroke regain arm function. About 72 participants will receive 18 sessions of robotic training over 6 weeks, either starting with the forearm or the wrist. Researchers will measure arm movement, strength, and coordination before, after, and 3 months later to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Bi-Manu-Track robotic device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify the best order of robotic arm exercises to improve recovery after stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no control group. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the benefit may be modest.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fongyuan Hospital
RECRUITINGTaichung, Taiwan
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National Taiwan University Hospital
RECRUITINGTaipei, Taipei, 100, Taiwan
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Taipei Municipal Wan Fang Hospital
RECRUITINGTaipei, 116, Taiwan
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Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital
RECRUITINGNew Taipei City, Taiwan
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