Spinal zaps aim to restore arm movement in stroke patients

NCT ID NCT05981989

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 31, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tests whether a mild electrical current applied to the spinal cord can help people who have had a stroke move their arm and hand better. The treatment, called epidural electrical stimulation, is delivered via a small device placed near the spine. The study will enroll 20 adults between 20 and 70 years old who have weakness on one side of the body after their first stroke.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital

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    Hualien City, 970, Taiwan

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