3D-Printed splints could boost stroke arm recovery
NCT ID NCT07243314
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares 3D-printed dynamic splints to traditional ones for improving arm function in people who have had a stroke. One hundred adults with chronic stroke and mild to moderate arm weakness will receive 20 sessions of task-oriented therapy over four weeks, using either a 3D-printed or conventional splint. The goal is to see which splint leads to better movement, dexterity, and satisfaction.
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 100 people
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- Expected to start
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Nov 2025
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Sep 2027
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Other sponsor
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Over 18 years old. 2. Chronic stroke 3. Upper limb hemiparalysis 4. Ability to understand and follow orders and able to provide informed consent (Mini-Mental State Exam (MMSE) \> 24) 5. Upper-limb mild to moderate spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale 1+ to 3 at the wrist). 6. Not participating in other clinical or research studies at the same time Exclusion Criteria: 1. Had deficits in language or cognitive impairments that were likely to interfere with their cooperation in the study 2. Deformity or presented with severe upper-limb contractures 3. Inability to commit to the time requirement of the protocol. 4. Unilateral neglect
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Locations
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Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City
Riyadh, Riyadh Region, 13571, Saudi Arabia
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