HEMIPLEGIA

This study tested whether simple, affordable robots could help stroke survivors with arm weakness improve their movement and daily function. 27 adults over age 55 who had a stroke at least 3 months earlier used the Rehab CARES system in a community setting. The robots provided fo…

This study tested a Turkish version of the Johns Hopkins In-Room Independence Scale, which measures a patient's ability to move, use the toilet, and think clearly while in their hospital room. The goal was to help doctors and nurses better understand a patient's fall risk and car…

This study tested three different electrical stimulation therapies to help people who had a stroke regain the ability to open their affected hand. 132 participants, who were 6 to 24 months post-stroke, received one of the treatments. The goal was to see which therapy worked best …

This study tested whether magnetic therapy can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in 30 stroke survivors with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side). Participants received magnetic treatment, and researchers measured pain levels and range of motion. The goal was to see if this…

This study looked at whether a specific breathing exercise using a hand-held bag (air stacking) could help stroke patients improve their lung function and trunk control. Twenty stroke survivors took part in a 4-week program, with one group doing the special breathing exercise and…

This study tested whether a dynamic (moving) wrist splint or a static (fixed) splint better reduces wrist muscle tightness in people who had a stroke 1-6 months ago. 20 participants wore one type of splint and had their wrist spasticity measured before and after. The goal was to …

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) balance games to standard physical therapy helps stroke survivors with weakness on one side (hemiplegia). 43 patients were split into two groups: one got regular therapy plus VR games, the other got regular therapy alone. Afte…

This study looked at whether using a small electrical device on the arm while looking in a mirror helps people with hemiplegia (paralysis on one side) recover arm movement and reduce pain. 42 adults with subacute hemiplegia took part. Researchers measured motor function, spastici…

This study looked at two ways to help people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side of their body. One group practiced walking and balance while doing a second task, like counting or carrying something. The other group practiced the same exercises without any extra task. …

This study looked at whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce shoulder pain and improve movement in people who had a stroke and have weakness on one side (hemiplegia). Forty participants aged 50-85 with lasting shoulder pain were treated. The goal was to see if the laser c…

This study looked at how shoulder muscles work in people who have had a stroke compared to healthy individuals. Researchers measured muscle activity during different arm movements in 10 stroke survivors and 10 healthy volunteers. The goal was to better understand muscle timing an…

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…