New algorithm aims to personalize stroke rehab and speed recovery
NCT ID NCT04637984
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a tool called PREP2 can help doctors better predict how well stroke patients will recover arm and leg function. The tool combines simple strength tests and brain measurements in the first days after a stroke. Researchers hope that using these predictions will allow therapists to tailor rehabilitation, making it more efficient and improving outcomes for the 200 participants.
What this could mean
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Active substance
PREP2 algorithm (a combination of clinical assessments and brain measurements to predict recovery)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help doctors and therapists create more personalized rehabilitation plans, potentially speeding up recovery and improving independence after stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a single-site trial with 200 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke patients. The algorithm is a prediction tool, not a treatment, so its impact on actual recovery is uncertain.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Department of Neuroscience and Rehabilitation, University Hospital of Ferrara
Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, 44124, Italy