Abstract
We conducted a double‐blind pilot study of 8 patients with established cerebral infarction to evaluate the effect of a single dose of amphetamine on recovery of motor function using the Fugl‐Meyer scale. Four patients received amphetamine; the rest were given placebo. All underwent a session of physical therapy. Patients treated with amphetamine obtained greater increments in motor scores than the controls. Along with animal studies, these findings may allow the development of a pharmacological approach to stroke rehabilitation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 94-97 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Annals of Neurology |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1988 |
Externally published | Yes |