Effects of mirror therapy preceding augmented reality in stroke rehabilitation: a randomized controlled trial.
Chia-Jung Lin, Keh-Chung Lin, Hiu-Ying Lau...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41444616Actively Recruiting
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Age: 30Years - 80Years
All Genders
ID05993091
Outcomes of Mirror Therapy Preceding Augmented Reality in Stroke Rehabilitation
Led by National Taiwan University Hospital · Updated on 2026-02-05
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Participants Needed
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What this Trial Is About
This research addresses innovative treatment strategies for stroke rehabilitation, focusing on hybrid approaches due to the complexity of stroke and its impact as a major cause of long-term disability. The study aims to evaluate the combined use of mirror therapy (MT) and augmented reality (AR) as a novel intervention to improve motor and sensory function, mobility, daily activities, quality of life, and self-efficacy in stroke survivors. This is a single-blinded, three-armed randomized controlled trial involving 128 participants with stroke aged 30 to 80 years. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: the experimental group will receive 40 minutes of mirror therapy followed by 40 minutes of augmented reality training and 10 minutes of functional practice; the comparison group will receive 80 minutes of augmented reality training plus 10 minutes of functional practice; and the control group will undergo 90 minutes of conventional occupational therapy including 10 minutes of functional practice. Interventions will be delivered for 90 minutes per day, three days a week, over six weeks. Participants will be assessed at baseline, immediately after the six-week intervention, and at a three-month follow-up. Primary outcomes include the upper-extremity Fugl-Meyer Assessment and Berg Balance Scale. Secondary outcomes cover sensory impairment, arm use, daily activities, self-efficacy, and quality of life. Researchers will analyze treatment effects and identify predictors of success. The study monitors adherence, functional improvements, and quality of life changes throughout the participation period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Mirror Therapy and Augmented Reality in Stroke Rehabilitation
Who Can Participate
Age: 30Years - 80Years
All Genders
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- First-ever unilateral stroke between 3 months and 3 years ago
- Age between 30 and 80 years
- Baseline Fugl-Meyer Assessment Upper Extremity score above 10
- No severe spasticity in any joints of the affected arm (modified Ashworth scale less than 3)
- Ability to follow instructions from evaluators and therapists
- Ability to maintain a step-standing position for at least 30 seconds
- Ability to walk at least 10 meters, with or without a device
- No severe vision impairments or other major neurological diseases
- Not participating in other studies during this study period
- Willingness to provide informed written consent
You will not qualify if you...
- Acute inflammation
- Serious medical problems or poor physical conditions that could be harmful for study participation
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Treatment
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants receive interventions involving mirror therapy, augmented reality training, or conventional occupational therapy to improve motor and sensory function after stroke.
3 visits per week
Follow-up
Duration - 12 weeks
Participants are assessed to evaluate the lasting effects of the interventions on motor function, balance, daily activities, and quality of life.
1 visit (in-person) at 3 months post-treatment
Trial Site Locations
Total: 5 locations
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Taipei Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare
New Taipei City, Taiwan
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2
Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation
New Taipei City, Taiwan
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Fongyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare
Taichung, Taiwan
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National Taiwan University Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan
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Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University
Taipei, Taiwan
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Research Team
K
Keh-chung Lin, ScD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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