The study aims to compare the effects of dorsal-double-layered 10% circumferential reduction (DD-10), single-layered 10% circumferential reduction (S-10), and single-layered no circumferential reduction (S-0) pressure garments on sensorimotor functions, including motor control, dexterity, muscle tone, pain, self-perceived upper extremity function, and quality of life among stroke patients during the 8 weeks of application (Time 1: Baseline, Time 2: Week 4, Time 3: Week 8).
Between 18 and 80 years of age
Within 1-12 months of ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke
First onset resulting in hemiparesis of a limb with Burnnstrom stage of 3, 4 or 5
Modified Ashworth Scale with scores of less than or equal 2 for elbow, wrist, and hand muscle tone in the affected upper extremity
Serious cardiovascular or respiratory diseases
Skin lesions, infections or other skin problems
Serious circulatory problems such as deep vein thrombosis
Allergies or significant discomfort to pressure garment materials
National University of Malaysia
Lead sponsor
The Affiliated Hospital of Shandong Second Medical University
Collaborator
Weifang Municipal People's Hospital
Collaborator
Weifang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Collaborator