Brain stimulation and sling workouts: a promising combo for stroke recovery?
NCT ID NCT07670936
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether combining a gentle electrical brain stimulation (called FNS) with sling-based exercises can help people who have paralysis on one side after a stroke. The trial will enroll 54 adults aged 18-70 who had a stroke within the last 6 months. Participants will be split into three groups to compare the combo therapy against each treatment alone, using a sham (fake) version to control for placebo effects. The goal is to see if this approach improves balance, walking, and overall motor function better than standard rehab.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Cerebellar Fastigial Nucleus Electrical Stimulation (FNS) and Sling Exercise Therapy (SET)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a more effective, non-invasive rehabilitation strategy for stroke patients with paralysis on one side, potentially improving balance and movement.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 54 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment is also time-intensive (5 days a week for 4 weeks), and mild side effects like headache or muscle soreness are possible.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Rehabilitation Center of Shengjing Hospital, China Medical University, shenyang, Liaoning 110000
Shenyang, China
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