Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 20 and up

Home-based rehabilitation program for stroke recovery

Official title: The Effects of Home-based Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program Group on Stroke: the Randomized Controlled Trial.

Run by National Taiwan University Hospital · NCT06883357 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests a home-based program to help stroke patients improve their arm movement and recovery while encouraging them to use their affected limb more.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment52 (estimated)
SponsorNational Taiwan University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hsinchu)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 17, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 18, 2026
Trial IDNCT06883357 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults over 20 years old who have experienced their first stroke and have partial voluntary movement in their affected upper limb.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other neurological diseases, orthopedic conditions affecting upper limb movement, or those experiencing pain that limits movement may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of a home-based Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program (GRASP) designed for stroke patients with upper limb impairments. The program is self-administered and focuses on facilitating motor function and recovery while preventing learned nonuse of the affected limb. Participants will engage in group interventions to enhance their rehabilitation experience. The study aims to fill the gap in research regarding the application of GRASP in Taiwan, following its incorporation into Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve motor function and recovery in stroke patients, enhancing their quality of life.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with similar home-based rehabilitation approaches, indicating potential for success in this context.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Age is above 20 years old.
2. Onset of first stroke complicated with hemiplegia or hemiparesis.
3. The affected upper limb remains partially voluntary movements including lifting to chest level and holding for five seconds; slight flexion and extension of wrist and hand.
4. Understanding and complying with two-steps commands.
5. Understanding the content of trial and willing to sign informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Complicating with other neurological disease.
2. Having Orthopedic diseases affecting the movements of upper limbs.
3. Having symptoms of pain to affect the movements of upper limbs.
4. Unstable vital sign or medical condition.
5. Participating another rehabilitative or drug research meanwhile.
6. Receiving botulinum toxin injection within three months.

Where it's running

  • National Taiwan University Hospital Hsin-Chu Branch
    Hsinchu, Taiwan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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