Could a simple vibrating sleeve boost arm recovery after stroke?

NCT ID NCT07641790

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Faisalabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether adding a wearable vibratory device to standard physiotherapy helps improve arm function in people with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) after a stroke. Thirty adults who had a stroke 3 to 6 months ago will be split into two groups: one gets usual therapy alone, the other gets usual therapy plus the vibrating device worn on the forearm for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in muscle stiffness, movement ability, and daily independence.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Wearable focal muscle vibrator device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve arm movement and reduce stiffness for people recovering from stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not provide significant benefit over standard therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEMIPLEGIA STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

The University of Faisalabad
RECRUITING

Faisalābad, Punjab Province, 3800, Pakistan

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