Objective To investigate the effect of a home-made dressing training device on recovery of fine finger function in stroke patients. Methods Eighty patients with impaired finger dexterity after stroke were randomized into two groups, with 40 in each. The control group was subjected to conventional rehabilitation training including exercise, occupational and physical therapy, etc., while the intervention group additionally received training by employing a home-made dressing training device. The Fugl-Meyer Assessment Scale (finger part, tests for coordination and speed), Simple Test for Evaluating Hand Function (STEF), the modified BI Index were used to evaluate the effect before and 4 weeks after the intervention. And satisfaction of the patient was also measured. Results The intervention group scored significantly higher on the 4 parameters compared with the control group after the intervention (P<0.01 for all). Conclusion The use of home-made dressing training device can improve fine motor function and coordination of the finger after stroke, enhance patient′s ability of daily living activity, thus to promote patient satisfaction.