Study reveals how stroke affects shoulder muscles during simple arm movements

NCT ID NCT05990413

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how shoulder muscles work in people who have had a stroke compared to healthy individuals. Researchers measured muscle activity during two types of arm exercises: raising arms overhead and pushing against a table. The goal was to understand muscle timing and function to improve rehabilitation. The study included 10 stroke survivors and 10 healthy adults.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help design better rehabilitation exercises for stroke survivors to improve arm and shoulder function.
What could go wrong: This is a small, observational study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke survivors. It does not test a treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEMIPLEGIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istinye University Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Reasearch and Application Center

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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