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Home-Based Arm Exercises After Stroke Recovery

Plain-English translation of NCT06883357 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated May 2026 · Translation generated June 2026 · How we translate trials

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This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.

What is this trial?

This study is testing a program called GRASP (Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program), which is a self-guided exercise routine that you do at home to help recover arm and hand strength after a stroke. The program has already shown promise in Canada, and researchers in Taiwan want to see if it works well for their stroke patients too, especially when done as a group activity.

After a stroke, many patients stop using their affected arm because it feels weak or difficult to move—a problem called 'learned nonuse.' This trial aims to find out if the structured home-based exercises in this treatment can prevent that problem and help restore natural arm function.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you are over 20 years old
you have had your first stroke and experience weakness or paralysis on one side of your body
your affected arm can still move somewhat—you can lift it to chest level and hold it, and move your wrist and hand a little
you can understand and follow two-step instructions
you understand the trial and are willing to sign a consent form

You likely don't qualify if…

you have other neurological diseases in addition to your stroke
you have orthopedic problems (bone or joint issues) that limit your arm movement
you have significant pain in your affected arm that prevents movement
your vital signs or medical condition is unstable
you are currently enrolled in another rehabilitation or drug research study

What participation looks like

You would be randomly assigned to either the GRASP exercise group or a control group. If you are in the GRASP group, you would learn and perform structured, repetitive arm exercises at home on your own schedule—these exercises are designed to gradually challenge your arm as you improve. The trial involves about 52 participants total, and you would be monitored over time to see how well the program helps your arm recovery compared to the control group.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 7, 2026 · Not medical advice

Trial locations(1 site)

Taiwan

National Taiwan University Hospital Hsin-Chu Branch, Hsinchu