Robot-assisted Tai Chi arm training for people recovering from stroke
Compares robot-assisted Tai Chi with standard exercise for arm recovery after stroke.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Robot-Assisted Tai Chi for Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Stroke Patients
Key facts
- Where
- Fuzhou, ChinaSee the 2 sites
AI summary: who the study is looking for
From the trial's eligibility criteria. Machine-read from the registry text on this page, so it can be wrong. The registry text below and the trial team decide who can take part.
The trial is looking for adults aged 40-80 who had a first stroke within the last 12 months, with weakness on one side and limited arm function.
- Age
- 40-80 years
- Sex
- All sexes can join.
- Disease stage
- First-ever stroke confirmed by CT or MRI, with weakness on one side of the body (unilateral hemiplegia), up to 12 months after onset. Upper arm Fugl-Meyer score of 8-44.
Main reasons for not taking part
- Severe cognitive impairment (Montreal Cognitive Assessment score <10)
- Poor sitting balance or cannot stay seated for >60 minutes
- Hypertonia (modified Ashworth Scale score >2 in the affected limb)
- Severe aphasia, severe visual impairment, or significant hemiplegic shoulder pain (Visual Analogue Scale >3)
- Moderate-to-severe depression, existing neuromuscular disorders, active cancer, or uncontrolled heart, kidney or liver disease
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Could this be for you?
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- Are you between 40 and 80 years old?
Source: NCT06897631, who can take part
Where in China
- Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Fujian University of Traditional Chinese MedicineFuzhou, ChinaContact: Jingsong WuTaking people
- The Third People's Hospital Affiliated to Fujian University of Traditional Chinese MedicineFuzhou, ChinaContact: Jingsong WuTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Contact the study team: see the registry record → Contacts and Locations
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- Who runs it
- Jing Tao
- Trial code
- NCT06897631
- Record updated
- 28 January 2026
- Original description
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of Robot-Assisted Tai Chi Training (RATT) versus conventional rehabilitation in improving upper limb motor function post-stroke, and to explore the neuromuscular mechanisms of RATT. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups:Read full original descriptionShow less
Robot-Assisted Tai Chi for Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Post-Stroke Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial on Motor Recovery
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of Robot-Assisted Tai Chi Training (RATT) versus conventional rehabilitation in improving upper limb motor function post-stroke, and to explore the neuromuscular mechanisms of RATT. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups:
1. Robot-Assisted Tai Chi Training group: Participants will receive guided Tai Chi arm movements with robotic assistance to enhance coordination and strength. 2. Conventional rehabilitation group: Participants will perform standard exercises (e.g., stretching, repetitive task practice).
Both groups will receive 60-minute sessions, administered 5 days a week, over 4 weeks. Researchers will measure improvements using clinical scales (e.g., Fugl-Meyer Assessment) and monitor safety.
Inclusion: Diagnosed with stroke confirmed by neuroimaging (CT/MRI); Fugl-Meyer Assessment for Upper Extremity score of 8-44; First-ever stroke, with unilateral hemiplegia and time since onset ≤12 months; Aged 40-80 years, regardless of gender; Voluntarily participated and provided written informed consent. Participants meeting all above criteria were enrolled.
Exclusion: Concurrent participation in other clinical trials affecting study outcomes. Participants meeting any of the above criteria were excluded; Severe cognitive impairment (Montreal Cognitive Assessment score <10); Severe visual impairment precluding robot-assisted upper limb training; Pre-existing neuromuscular disorders, active malignancies, or uncontrolled systemic diseases (cardiac, renal, hepatic); Poor sitting balance (< Grade 2) or inability to maintain seated position for >60 minutes; Hypertonia (modified Ashworth Scale score >2 in affected limb); Significant hemiplegic shoulder pain (Visual Analogue Scale >3); Severe aphasia (Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination score <3); Moderate-to-severe depression (17-item Hamilton Depression Rating Scale score >17).