Active clinical trials for "Stroke"

This is a single arm study aimed at evaluating the acute effects induced by a single session of robot-assisted passive hand mobilization on local perfusion and upper limb function in post-stroke hemiparetic patients. Twenty-three participants with subacute or chronic stroke received 20 min passive mobilization of the paretic hand with robotic assistance. After the intervention, significant improvements were found in forearm perfusion, muscle tone significantly decreased and subjects reported decreased upper limb heaviness, stiffness and pain. This study supports novel evidence that hand robotic assistance promotes local forearm circulation, may help in the management of spasticity and acutely alleviates reported symptoms of heaviness, stiffness and pain in subjects with post-stroke hemiparesis.

Stroke survivors demonstrate high levels of sedentary behavior, placing them at risk for exacerbation of chronic health conditions. This may lead to recurrent stroke. Subtle cognitive impairments are common after stroke and can lead to difficulty self-monitoring and problem solving to overcome barriers to physical activity. Investigators developed the Activating Behavior for Lasting Engagement (ABLE) intervention to promote activity scheduling, self-monitoring, and problem solving activity over the full day. This study examines the effects of the ABLE intervention on sedentary behavior after stroke.

This is a Phase II study to assess the safety and tolerability of DM199 in acute ischemic stroke patients. The study will be randomized, placebo controlled at multiple centers.

The effectiveness of robotic over conventional therapy is arguable and the best therapy strategy is still not clear. Basing on the existing evidence on motor learning and practice-induced neuroplasticity, the investigators plan to use an exoskeleton robotic hand to enhance the rehabilitation volume in the subacute stage of stroke patients. The robotic system allows intensive and customized training of hand and finger movements. The aim of this study is (1) to establish whether robot assisted therapy provides any additional motor recovery for the hand when administered during the subacute stage in a Chinese adult population diagnosed with stroke; (2) to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of robot-assisted hand rehabilitation in improving arm function abilities in subacute hemiplegic patients.

Stroke is one of the main causes of acquired adult disability in the UK. Many psychological problems can also occur post-stroke; this has a marked impact on health service usage. As such, there is an outstanding need to increase and improve psychological resources within stroke services. The investigators proposed to adapt and evaluate the effectiveness of an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) group intervention for adult stroke survivors and their carers. The group will endeavour to promote positive adjustment and reduce levels of depression and anxiety. This study will have two parts.

This is a pilot study and a randomized, controlled, assessor-blinded clinical trial for patients who will complete the inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation Program in the Department of Medical and Geriatrics of Tai Po Hospital and Shatin Hospital from June 2018 to March 2019. The objective of the study is to compare the effectiveness of video-guided exercise program and standard paperbased home exercise program on adherence of exercise, self-efficacy and improving functional outcomes in patients with stroke within 3-month follow-up.

After stroke, it is common for individuals to experience hand impairment. This deficit can severely restrict functional ability and independence. Recovery of hand function following stroke is highly variable. In this study, the investigators will use brain imaging to predict individual response to treatment. Survivors of stroke will receive upper extremity therapy while they concurrently receive imperceptible vibration to the wrist aimed to enhance therapy outcomes.

The study will create a treatment to improves mobility, physical activity, engagement in activities with family and friends and overall satisfaction with life for Veterans who have depression and anxiety after having a stroke. The treatment will then be tested to ensure it makes the desired improvements in the Veterans.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the new wearable hip assist robot developed by Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd., Korea) to gait rehabilitation in elderly adults and stroke patients.

The purpose of the study is to determine the effect of a combined mirror therapy and task oriented/repetitive task training on upper extremity function of persons with hemiplegia due to cerebrovascular accident or stroke.