Electrical Stimulation for the Affected Hand After Stroke

Researchers at The University of Cincinnati are looking for people who have experienced compromised movement of their arm as a result of a stroke.

We are conducting a study that provides electrical stimulation to the affected wrists and fingers of stroke patients.

We are looking for people who:

 
• Between the ages of 18 and 80
• Experienced a stroke NO MORE THAN 6 MONTHS AGO
• Are able to move the wrist affected by the stroke slightly, even if its uncoordinated
• Have experienced only one stroke
• Are able to follow commands
• Have NO history of cardiac arrhythmias with hemodynamic instability
• Have NO uncontrolled seizures
• Have NOT completely lost sensation in the affected arm

What to Expect

 
• Upon arrival you will be asked about your general medical history.
• Your communication ability, range of motion, pain, muscle stiffness, and muscular activity in your arm will then be assessed.
• If eligible, you will be enrolled in a program where we give you one of three different electrical stimulation regimens for your wrist and fingers.
• You will use one of the machines for approximately 8 weeks

Your confidentiality will be completely respected, and if findings from the study are published, you will not be identified by name. You may, at any time, discontinue your participation.

If you are interested in participating in this study or would like more information, please contact:

Steve Page, Ph.D.
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
University of Cincinnati
Phone: (513) 558-2754
Email: Stephen.Page@uc.edu

Or visit:

www.rehablab.org