Post-stroke Hand Dysfunction

Uses

Risks & contraindications

Background

Highlighted claims

• The trial specifically targets patients with ischaemic stroke in the flaccid (soft paralysis) stage, with Brunnstrom stage I or II on the affected side. — Optimising electroacupuncture parameters for post-stroke hand dysfunction: protocol for a multi-arm randomised controlled trial using orthogonal design
• Eligible participants must be in the stroke recovery stage, defined as 2 weeks to 6 months after onset, with interphalangeal joint range of motion no greater than 10 degrees. — Optimising electroacupuncture parameters for post-stroke hand dysfunction: protocol for a multi-arm randomised controlled trial using orthogonal design
• Post-stroke hand dysfunction substantially limits motor ability, fine motor control, daily activities, quality of life, and social participation. — Optimising electroacupuncture parameters for post-stroke hand dysfunction: protocol for a multi-arm randomised controlled trial using orthogonal design
• Stroke is described as the leading cause of adult motor dysfunction worldwide, with incidence and disability rates increasing over time. — Optimising electroacupuncture parameters for post-stroke hand dysfunction: protocol for a multi-arm randomised controlled trial using orthogonal design
• 38% of stroke patients have significant hand dysfunction 3 months after onset, and 30% to 66% still have incomplete hand recovery after 6 months. — Optimising electroacupuncture parameters for post-stroke hand dysfunction: protocol for a multi-arm randomised controlled trial using orthogonal design