At the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, stroke patients are invited to participate in an ‘innovative’ new trial which helps hand and arm function.
More than 100,000 people in the UK have a stroke each year, and one third will be left with a permanent weakness.
The new trial called ‘TRICEPS’ (TRanscutaneous lImb reCovEry Post-Stroke) aims to stimulate the brain via using a lightweight pace-maker style device which connects to a wired ear piece rather than an implant.
In an interview gathered from the NHS website, Ian Odd, who had a stroke in 2020, participated in the trial at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.
He said:“I would recommend it to anyone wanting to improve their quality of life post-stroke. It’s fantastic, and has certainly got me more disciplined with exercise. It’s well worth being involved.”
The stimulation is activated when the arm is moved during therapy and the connected earpiece gently tickles the ear.
Therefore, people can access the treatment at home without the need for invasive surgery under anaesthetic.
As of present, the trial is being run from Bournemouth, Sherborne and Dorchester.
To find out more, contact 0300 019 4504 or neuro.physio@uhd.nhs.uk
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