Robot arm training could boost stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT07259876

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

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a robotic arm exoskeleton, combined with standard physical therapy, can improve arm function in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Sixty participants will do 15 sessions of robotic training plus 20 minutes of standard rehab. Researchers will measure changes in arm movement, brain activity, and daily life impact.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: bilateral robotic exoskeleton (ALEx-RS) plus standard physiotherapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a more effective rehab approach for regaining arm movement after stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants. The robotic treatment may not prove better than standard therapy alone, and results may not apply to all stroke survivors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

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STROKE

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