Vibration training shows promise for speeding stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT07333456

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Tri-Service General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether adding vibration therapy to standard rehabilitation could improve leg muscle strength, daily function, and emotional well-being in people who recently had a stroke. 115 hospitalized patients were randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone, stationary cycling, or cycling plus a wearable or platform vibration device for 5 days. Researchers measured changes in muscle strength, balance, self-care ability, and anxiety/depression scores before and after the intervention.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: wearable vibration device and vertical vibration platform
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, early rehab method to help stroke survivors regain leg strength and independence faster.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with no phase designation. Results may not apply to all stroke patients, and the short 5-day intervention limits long-term conclusions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ischemic stroke Psychological Well-Being stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

TriServiceGH

Taipei, Neihu Dist, 114202, Taiwan

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