Plain-English translation of NCT06270238 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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This study is testing repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)—a non-invasive brain stimulation technique—to help people recover arm and hand function after stroke. Rather than using the same treatment for everyone, this trial customizes the treatment based on each person's individual brain scans and electrical responses. The goal is to see if this personalized approach works better than the standard treatment currently used.
Stroke can damage the pathways that control arm and hand movement, but everyone's brain is different after a stroke. Current brain stimulation treatments use the same protocol for all patients, which may not work well for everyone. This trial exists to find out whether tailoring the treatment to match each person's brain recovery patterns leads to better results.
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You will first have brain imaging tests (MRI) and electrical brain scans to map your specific nerve pathways. Based on these results, you'll be randomly assigned to receive either the new personalized brain stimulation or the standard treatment. The brain stimulation is delivered through coils placed on your scalp during several treatment sessions over weeks. You'll also have follow-up appointments to measure how well your arm and hand function improve over time.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 4, 2026 · Not medical advice
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