Effects of home and clinic-based therapy on stroke recovery
Effects of Repetition Home-based Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) Compared With Repetition Clinic-based CIMT on Outcomes Post Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing whether doing Constraint Induced Movement Therapy at home is better than doing it in a clinic for helping stroke patients improve their movement and overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 96 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT06465251 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of home-based Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) compared to clinic-based CIMT for improving motor function in stroke patients. It focuses on the impact of these therapies on motor impairment, limb use in daily life, community integration, and overall quality of life. The study aims to address the limitations of current home-based CIMT protocols by measuring the intensity of practice through task repetitions rather than hours spent. Participants will engage in structured rehabilitation to enhance their recovery outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are stroke survivors with moderate disability who experienced their stroke 1-2 years prior and have specific motor function scores indicating eligibility.
Not a fit: Patients who have experienced a re-stroke or have significant orthopedic conditions that interfere with therapy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective and accessible rehabilitation option for stroke patients, potentially improving their motor function and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using CIMT for stroke rehabilitation, indicating that this approach has potential based on existing evidence.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * have stroke 1-2 years before * moderate disability * a score of 1 to 3 on the motor arm item of the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) * a score of 3 or more on the upper arm item of the Motor Assessment Scale (MAS) * no significant cognitive impairment (a score of ≥24 points on Minimental state examination) Exclusion Criteria: * patients with re-stroke * serious orthopaedic conditions such joint contracture, osteoarthritis and burns that will interfere with carrying out CIMT * who are receiving rehabilitation at the time of the study
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Shamay Ng, PhD — The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Study coordinator: Shamay NG, PhD
- Email: shamay.ng@polyu.edu.hk
- Phone: +852 2766-4889
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.