About this trial
This study focuses on electromyographic analysis of upper limb muscle activation in stroke survivors during Motor Imagery (MI) and Action Observation (AO) rehabilitation techniques. By measuring muscle activity in the wrist and finger flexors and extensors, the research seeks to understand the impact of MI and AO on motor function recovery post-stroke. Conducted at the University of Salamanca, the study involves stroke survivors participating in a series of three experimental sessions. The analysis will correlate electromyographic responses with functional independence, limb functionality, and cognitive factors. The research aims to contribute to the fields of occupational therapy and physiotherapy, offering insights into effective rehabilitation methods for improving quality of life in stroke survivors.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Being over 18 years of age
Diagnoses of established stroke
Present limitations or motor response deficiencies in the upper limb
Maintain cognitive functions with the ability to follow the instructions of the interventions and evaluations (MOCA>14)
Disqualifiers
Diagnosed with mental illness before the stroke
Other systemic conditions on the central nervous system
Cardiorespiratory system pathologies in severe cases
Acute period, fever, muscle inflammation or myopathies
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Motor Imagery (MI)
- Action Observation (AO)
- Control condition- placebo