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Investigating the Efficacy of Combining Virtual Reality-Based Mirror Therapy (VRMT) and Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) to Improve Upper Limb Recovery in Patients with Stroke

RecruitingPhase 3Ages 18 Years - anyAllKing Saud University
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study will investigate whether combining virtual reality-based mirror therapy (VRMT) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) alongside conventional physical therapy (CPT) will significantly improve hand function for patients with stroke compared to using VRMT or tDCS alone.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * At least 18 years old. * Stroke patients with unilateral cerebral infarction or hemorrhage, more than three months following the stroke. * Adequate cognitive ability to follow instructions (The Arabic version of the Mini-Mental State Examination scores \> 24). * Modified Ashworth scale score \< 3. * Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA) score of 10-58 indicating moderate-to-severe arm impairment. Exclusion Criteria: * visual impairment and field defect or hemi-sensory inattention and unilateral neglect. * Wernicke's aphasia, or global aphasia, leads to difficulty following instructions. * Any contraindication to NIBS. * Other neurological conditions or participation in another study.
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What it tests

  • Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
  • Virtual reality
  • Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation compined with virtual reality based mirror therapy
  • Conventional physical therapy
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Where

2 sites
King fahad medical city
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
King Khalid University Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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