Can touch or mirror tricks restore arm movement after stroke?
NCT ID NCT07578844
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two rehabilitation methods—somatosensory stimulation (using touch) and task-based mirror therapy (using a mirror to trick the brain)—to see which better improves arm and hand function in stroke survivors. About 24 adults who had a stroke 1 to 6 months ago will participate in 4 weeks of therapy. The goal is to find a more effective way to help people regain movement and independence.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 24 people
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- Started
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Jul 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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40 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: above 40-70 years * Both Male and female patients * Unilateral ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke * Having attack duration of 1 to 6 months * Mild - Moderate motor impairment * Moderate cognitive ability according to Mini-mental State Examination score \>24 3 grade Brunnstrom upper extremity stage Exclusion Criteria: * Aphasia * Serious unilateral neglect (Star Cancellation Test ≤ 44/54) or visual field deficiency * Any other comorbid neurological diseases except for stroke * Diagnosis of any other neuromuscular or orthopedic disease in the upper extremities
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Physical Therapy, DHQ Hospital Sheikhupura
Sheikhupura, Pakistan
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