Radiologically documented single ischemic stroke resulted in hemiplegia/hemiparesis
At least six months post-stroke
Upper Extremity Fugl-Meyer Assessment score "moderate" or "moderate-mild" (29-53 inclusive out of 66) at the screening visit
Medically and neurologically stable, as determined by medical history and documented physical examination
For women of childbearing potential, a negative over-the-counter pregnancy test at study entry and willingness to practice adequate contraception during the study
Ability to attend sessions three times per week
Adequate social support to participate in all intervention and baseline, follow-up assessment sessions throughout eight months.
Ability to read, comprehend and speak English
You may not be if
Hemorrhagic stroke
History of multiple strokes
Active implanted stimulator (e.g., pacemaker, vagus nerve stimulator, cochlear implant, etc.) or baclofen pump
Aphasia or any other deficit in communication that interferes with reasonable study participation
Moderate to severe cognitive impairment
Presence of neglect (inability to perceive or awareness of, or loss of attention to the weaker half of the body)
Severe spasticity in the upper limb
Taking baclofen more than 30 mg/day
Change in baclofen dose within four weeks before enrollment
Receiving benzodiazepines, dantrolene, tizanidine, anticoagulant, or antiepileptic medication
Botulinum toxin injection to the upper limb muscles within six months before enrollment
Severe joint contractures in the affected hand and arm
History of spontaneous seizure that had occurred one month or longer after the stroke
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