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New treatment option for Stroke
Official title Self-Administered Gaming and Exercise at Home (SAGEH)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05929027
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims at comparing manual function outcomes between the standard of care and additional self-administered hand therapy after stroke. Strokes are common neurological injuries, and although rates of survival have increased in recent decades, survivors often continue to experience deficiencies in hand dexterity and bimanual function.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age 21 years and over
- Stroke confirmed by CT or MRI within the previous 6 weeks.
- Arm and/or hand impairment induced by the stroke.
- Meet JSTTEP criteria and are enrolled in JSTTEP.
- Admitted to the Johns Hopkins Hospital (JHH) inpatient stroke service.
You likely can't join if
- Arm impairment that is too severe (FM-UE \< 40) on day of baseline testing prior to beginning of the study.
- Recent Botox injection to upper limb (since stroke onset).
- History of physical or neurological condition that interferes with study procedures or assessment of motor function (e.g. severe arthritis, severe...
- Terminal illness with life expectancy \< 6 months.
- Inability to sit in a chair and perform hand exercises for 20 minutes at the time.
- Cognitive impairment, with score on Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) ≤ 20.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 21 years and over
- Stroke confirmed by CT or MRI within the previous 6 weeks.
- Arm and/or hand impairment induced by the stroke.
- Meet JSTTEP criteria and are enrolled in JSTTEP.
- Admitted to the Johns Hopkins Hospital (JHH) inpatient stroke service.
- Proficient in speaking and reading English.
- Willing and capable to contacted remotely for all necessary telemedicine contacts.
- No history of prior ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke with associated motor deficits (prior stroke with no upper limb motor symptoms is allowed)
- Ability to give informed consent.
- Arm impairment that is too severe (FM-UE \< 40) on day of baseline testing prior to beginning of the study.
- Recent Botox injection to upper limb (since stroke onset).
- History of physical or neurological condition that interferes with study procedures or assessment of motor function (e.g. severe arthritis, severe neuropathy, Parkinson's disease).
- Terminal illness with life expectancy \< 6 months.
- Inability to sit in a chair and perform hand exercises for 20 minutes at the time.
- Cognitive impairment, with score on Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) ≤ 20.
- Social and/or personal circumstances that prevent telemedicine follow-up.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
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, 21 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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