Vibration therapy shows promise for stroke recovery
NCT ID NCT06663501
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether vibrating the tendons, combined with robotic arm training, can improve arm and hand movement in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 40 participants will receive the therapy, and researchers will measure changes in motor function and body awareness. The goal is to find new ways to help stroke survivors regain independence.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 40 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Oct 2024
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * If stroke, more than 6 months after * Medically stable * Not currently taking any anti-spasticity medications (for at least 2 weeks) * Able to comply with study requirements Exclusion Criteria: * Recent change in the use of any medications * Other physical conditions such as orthopedic injuries or surgeries * Unstable Medical conditions or any other clinical observations that may affect the candidates performance, health, safety, or ability to participate in the study as determined by the treating therapist * Anti-spasticity drug injection in the 3 months prior to participation * Presence of significant cardiorespiratory or metabolic disease * Inability to achieve standard position required for EMG recordings * Intrathecal baclofen pump * Musculoskeletal conditions/surgeries resulting in difficulty participating * Adults unable to consent * Pregnant women, prisoners, and individuals under the age of 18
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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