Effect of Multisensory Stimulation on Upper Extremity Motor Recovery in Stroke Patient: a Preliminary Testing
Stroke
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Stroke focused on measuring Multisensory stimulation; motor recovery
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria:
- First-time ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke;
- Stroke onset > 4 weeks and < 6 months
- Single lesion
- Upper extremity motor deficit
- No severe cognitive impairment and able to follow verbal instructions.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Skin conditions/ injuries over the stimulation application areas
- Contraindication for cold or vibration application
- Speech disorder or global aphasia
- Musculoskeletal or cardiac disorders
- Other neurological conditions
- History of diabetes or sensory impairment attributable to peripheral vascular disease or neuropathy
Sites / Locations
- Wong Tai Sin Hospital
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
Multisensory therapy group
Conventional training group
The Multisensory therapy (MT) group received a 12-weeks (two sessions/ week; 90 minutes/session) training conducted by an occupational therapist. Each session began with 15 minutes of sensory stimulation (cold and vibration), 45 minutes of motor training and 30 minutes of self-care training.
The conventional training (CT) group included 12 weeks (two sessions/ week; 90 minutes/session) training conducted by an occupational therapist. Each session included 60 minutes of upper extremity motor practice (same as in MT group) and 30 minutes of self-care training (same as in MT group).