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Which arm therapy helps stroke survivors regain motor skills faster?

NCT ID NCT07724925

Disease control Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial compares two rehabilitation approaches — task-oriented training and hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy — in stroke survivors with mild to moderate arm weakness. The goal is to see which method better improves gross and fine motor skills and the ability to perform daily activities. Thirty participants will undergo one of the two therapies for eight weeks, with assessments before and after treatment.

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Active substance
task-oriented training and hand-arm bimanual intensive therapy
What this could lead to
If one therapy proves superior, it could guide more effective rehabilitation for stroke survivors with arm weakness.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke patients. Both therapies are exercise-based and carry low risk.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

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Started

Jun 2025

Expected to finish

Aug 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

45 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * • Age 45-70 * Gender (both male and female) * Pre diagnosed First-time stroke patients (ischemic or hemorrhagic) * Time since stroke: ≥3 months * Mild to moderate upper limb impairment (ABILHAND Questionnaire: Less than 50% of items rated as "impossible.") * Moderate functional independence in basic activities (Barthel Index score ≥ 60) * Ability to follow commands (MMSE \> 24 or equivalent cognitive screening) Exclusion Criteria: * • Severe spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale score ≥ 3) or contractures * Other neurological conditions (Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson and dementia) * Unstable medical conditions (diabetes and hypertension) that may interfere with participation * Participation in any other structured upper limb rehabilitation or experimental therapy within the past 3 months

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Conditions

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stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Stroke

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • DHQ Hospital Nankana Sahib

    RECRUITING

    Nankana Sahib, Pakistan

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