New arm therapy aims to restore reach after stroke

NCT ID NCT04118998

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study tests a special arm exercise therapy for people who recently had a stroke and have trouble reaching outward. About 86 participants will receive either the new therapy or standard care during rehab and be followed for a year. The goal is to see if the therapy reduces arm stiffness and improves reaching ability.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

  • Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital

    Wheaton, Illinois, 60187, United States

  • Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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