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New treatment option for Stroke, Acute
Official title Bimanual Motor Skill Learning in Acute Stroke
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05760846
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The subacute phase of stroke provides a window into how a lesion perturbs sensorimotor functions prior to reorganisation driven by plasticity and neurorehabilitation. The recovery from motor impairment has been extensively studied, but it is currently unknown whether motor skill learning (MSkL) is enhanced or impaired during acute stroke, especially bimanual motor skill learning (bim-MSkL), which likely requires more motor-attentional-cognitive resources than unimanual MSkL.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 90. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- ACUTE STROKE PATIENTS:
- acute stroke (\< 21 days)
- aged 18-90 years
- with a demonstrated stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) lesion on brain imaging
You likely can't join if
- " classical " contre-indication to MRI (non-MR-compatible pacemaker, pregnancy, non-MR-compatible implanted devices, claustrophobia, etc ...)
- difficulty in understanding or executing commands
- drug/alcohol abuse
- severe aphasia / cognitive deficits interfering with study
- inability to complete the tasks (i.e. full paralysis of the arm)
- multiple strokes / dementia / psychiatric condition HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS: Inclusion Criteria:
See the full eligibility criteria
- ACUTE STROKE PATIENTS:
- acute stroke (\< 21 days)
- aged 18-90 years
- with a demonstrated stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic) lesion on brain imaging
- " classical " contre-indication to MRI (non-MR-compatible pacemaker, pregnancy, non-MR-compatible implanted devices, claustrophobia, etc ...)
- difficulty in understanding or executing commands
- drug/alcohol abuse
- severe aphasia / cognitive deficits interfering with study
- inability to complete the tasks (i.e. full paralysis of the arm)
- multiple strokes / dementia / psychiatric condition HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS: Inclusion Criteria:
- 18-90 years Exclusion Criteria:
- medical history with a previous stroke / relevant neurological deficit
- drug/alcohol abuse
- psychiatric condition/ dementia
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Yvoir, Namur, Belgium
- Yvoir, Belgium
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 90 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Yvoir, Namur, Belgium; Yvoir, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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