Which therapy helps stroke hands most? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT06750692

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compares mirror therapy, brain stimulation (rTMS), and robotic hand training added to standard rehab for stroke patients. 120 adults who had a stroke at least 3 months ago will receive 20 sessions over 4 weeks. The goal is to see which approach best improves arm function, pain, and quality of life.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: mirror therapy, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), and robotic-assisted hand therapy
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show which therapy best helps stroke survivors regain arm and hand function and reduce pain.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase study with no blinding, so results may not be definitive or apply to all stroke patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

nervous system disorder neuralgia stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

NEUROLOGIC DISORDER NEUROPATHIC PAIN QUALITY OF LIFE STROKE UPPER EXTREMITY DYSFUNCTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University

Afyonkarahisar, 0300, Turkey (Türkiye)

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