Seated vibration boosts recovery in chronic stroke patients

NCT ID NCT07554794

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: CHIA-HUEI LIN, PhD Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether adding seated vibration training to standard rehab could help people who had a stroke at least six months earlier. Over four weeks, 39 participants received vibration training plus usual care. Results showed improvements in leg strength on the unaffected side, daily function, quality of life, and self-esteem, though the affected side did not get stronger.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: vibration training (device)
What this could lead to: If this approach is confirmed, it could offer a simple, non-drug way to boost recovery and quality of life for people living with chronic stroke.
What could go wrong: This was a small, single-site study with only 39 participants. The improvement was seen only on the unaffected side, not the affected side, so benefits may be limited.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical University

Taipei, Taiwan

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