Motor Recovery study: BreEStim vs EStim
Official title BreEStim for Post-Stroke Motor Recovery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04750551
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether BreEStim (a breathing‑controlled gentle electric stimulation) can reduce finger tightness and help hand function in people with chronic stroke.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you had a stroke, it is at least several months old, and you have moderate hand weakness.
- What's involved
- You will use a small device that gives gentle electric pulses to your hand while you breathe in a certain way. You will come to the clinic for a few visits where the device is applied and your hand strength is checked.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- has post stroke ≥ 6 months , medically stable;
- Unilateral, single stroke (no restriction on type (ischemic or hemorrhagic) or volume (large or small) of stroke);
- MAS score ≥ 1, i.e., detectable finger flexor hypertonia;
You likely can't join if
- Patients with visual deficit/neglect; hearing or cognitive impairment;
- Patients with history of pulmonary disease (Asthma, chronic obstruction pulmonary disease, COPD);
- Patients that are currently adjusting tone alternating medications (e.g., baclofen), or
- Patients received botulinum toxin injection to the arm/fingers \<4 months, or phenol injections \< 2 years;
- Patients with a pacemaker;
- Women who are pregnant.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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