Stroke Survivors' hidden muscle loss revealed in new study
NCT ID NCT07492849
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study measured muscle loss (sarcopenia) in 80 stroke survivors using simple tests like grip strength, walking speed, and ultrasound. Researchers compared patients who had a stroke recently (post-acute care) with those who had one over a year ago. The goal was to see how age, sex, and stroke severity affect muscle health, which could help design better recovery programs.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help identify which stroke patients are most at risk for muscle loss, leading to better screening and targeted rehabilitation.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study (80 participants) that does not test any treatment. Results may not apply to all stroke patients or lead to direct changes in care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CiShan hospital, MOHW
Kaohsiung City, 842, Taiwan
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