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Mirror trick may mend Stroke-Damaged arms

NCT ID NCT07358169

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether mirror therapy can help people who have had a stroke regain movement and reduce pain in a weak arm. Participants do arm exercises while watching the reflection of their good arm, which tricks the brain into thinking the weak arm is moving. The trial involves 72 adults who had a first stroke and are able to follow simple instructions.

What this could mean

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Active substance
mirror therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, mirror therapy could become a simple, low-cost exercise to help stroke survivors improve arm function and reduce pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 72 people. The results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the therapy may not provide significant benefits over usual care.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 72 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Nov 2025

Expected to finish

Apr 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * First stroke attack (ischemic and haemorrhagic ) * Unilateral stroke with hemiparesis * Able to understand simple verbal language Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive impairments. * Orthopedic or rheumatologic problems restricting upper extremity motor function. * Contraindications to mirror therapy

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Nursing

    Al Mansurah, Mansoura, 35516, Egypt

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