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Official title Improving Work Ability of Young Adults With Stroke
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05902195
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This project will investigate effects of a novel theory-driven 6-week virtual Personal Resource Building and Inclusive Volunteering Intervention (PVI) on young stroke survivors' work ability, self-efficacy and psychosocial outcomes. It is hypothesised that participants in the intervention group, compared with the control group, will demonstrate the outcomes below at immediately and 3 months post-intervention with respect to baseline: 1) Significant improvement in work ability (primary outcome), 2) Significant improvements in self-efficacy, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), emotional well-being and social skills (secondary outcomes).
- 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 and older
You may be able to join if
- 18-64 years old,
- been clinically diagnosed with a first-ever or recurrent ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke,
- living at home,
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment score \>2nd percentile,
- a Modified Rankin Scale of 4 or below (moderately severe disability),
You likely can't join if
- have been diagnosed with transient ischaemic attack,
- have experienced cerebrovascular events due to tumours,
- have been diagnosed with a mental condition such as depression, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder,
- demonstrate incomprehensible speech or difficulty in comprehending conversations, or
- have or are receiving vocational programmes.
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18-64 years old,
- been clinically diagnosed with a first-ever or recurrent ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke,
- living at home,
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment score \>2nd percentile,
- a Modified Rankin Scale of 4 or below (moderately severe disability),
- able to communicate in Cantonese and read Traditional Chinese,
- a regular paid employment at the time of stroke,
- been unemployed for at least 3 months at the time of recruitment.
- have been diagnosed with transient ischaemic attack,
- have experienced cerebrovascular events due to tumours,
- have been diagnosed with a mental condition such as depression, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder,
- demonstrate incomprehensible speech or difficulty in comprehending conversations, or
- have or are receiving vocational programmes.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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