Which arm therapy works best after stroke? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07626554

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

Summary

This study compares two types of hand and arm therapy for people who had a stroke 3 to 6 months ago. One therapy involves restraining the good arm to force use of the affected arm, while the other focuses on using both arms together. Both groups also receive standard physical therapy. The goal is to see which approach better improves arm function and daily use.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Constraint Induced Movement Therapy and Hand-Arm Bimanual Intensive Training (behavioral therapies)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show which therapy better helps stroke survivors regain arm and hand function, guiding rehabilitation choices.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke patients. The therapies are intensive and may be challenging for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 55100, Pakistan