HEMIPARESIS

This study tested a new intensive rehabilitation program called I-ACQUIRE in 216 infants aged 8-36 months who had a stroke around birth and have weakness on one side. The program was compared to standard therapy to see if it helps babies learn to use their weaker arm more. The go…

This study tested whether a brain-computer interface (BCI) system, used at home, can help people who had a stroke regain arm and hand movement. 109 adults with chronic stroke and arm weakness were randomly assigned to use the IpsiHand device (a robotic hand exoskeleton controlled…

This study tested a new rehab method for stroke survivors with arm weakness. Participants imagined moving their hand while getting real-time feedback from their own brain activity (measured by EEG). The goal was to see if this mental practice could improve actual hand function. S…

This study tested whether a set of exercises called FAST (Fast muscle Activation and Stepping Training) can improve walking balance in people who had a stroke. 55 participants who had a stroke less than 6 months ago and had weakness on one side took part. They did 12 sessions of …

This study tested a new rehab approach for people who had a stroke at least six months ago and still have hand weakness and stiffness. Participants took a drug called cyproheptadine and did active hand movement exercises. The goal was to see if this combination could improve volu…

This study tested whether adding a foot-sensation training exercise to standard balance therapy could help people with hemiplegia (weakness on one side after a stroke) improve their balance and reduce falls. Thirty-four adults aged 45-65 who had a stroke more than six months ago …

This study tested whether robot-assisted arm therapy works better than standard physiotherapy for people recovering from a recent stroke. 58 adults with arm weakness took part in a 6-week program doing the same exercises, either with a robot or a human therapist. The goal was to …

This study tested whether adding robotic-assisted training (using the Luna EMG system) to standard rehab helps people after a stroke walk faster and have better balance. 62 older adults (ages 65-86) who had a stroke 4-15 weeks earlier took part. The researchers also looked at whe…

This study tested whether wearing a weighted brace on the unaffected ankle helps people who have had a stroke walk farther. 42 participants who had a stroke more than 3 months ago and could walk a little on their own took part. They were split into two groups: one wore a weighted…

This study tested a tablet app that helps stroke survivors with arm weakness improve coordination between both arms. 40 participants with moderate arm impairment used the app to practice moving cubes and other tasks. The goal was to see if this fun, at-home-style training could b…

This study looked at whether combining rhythmic auditory stimulation (like a steady beat) with functional electrical stimulation (mild electrical pulses to muscles) can improve walking in children with hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body). Sixty children aged 6 to 10 to…

This study tested a training method that uses a cuff to lightly restrict blood flow during low-intensity arm exercises. The goal was to see if it helps stroke survivors with weakness on one side improve arm movement, strength, and ability to do daily tasks. 70 participants comple…

This study looked at how stroke survivors can best learn to use their weaker arm. 28 people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago practiced a scooping task for 2 days. Researchers tested how well they remembered the task and could apply it to a new task. The goal was to find pra…

This study looked at how shock wave therapy helps reduce arm stiffness (spasticity) in people who had a stroke. Twelve adults with stroke-related arm tightness received the treatment. Researchers wanted to find out if the therapy works by changing the muscle's physical properties…