Shock therapy: can zapping nerves ease Post-Stroke shoulder pain?
NCT ID NCT07353190
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to standard TENS therapy provides extra relief for shoulder pain after a stroke. Forty adults with hemiplegic shoulder pain will receive either TENS alone or TENS plus NMES, alongside their usual rehab. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain and improves shoulder movement and daily activities.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a better way to manage shoulder pain after stroke, improving comfort and daily function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 people, so results may not apply to everyone. Electrical stimulation may cause skin irritation or discomfort.
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