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Official title Feasibility of a Remotely Delivered Step Count Intervention in Chronic Stroke
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07649135
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to explore the feasibility of a new approach to rehabilitation that focuses on step count. Participants will complete 6 telephone or Zoom-based sessions with an occupational therapist over 6 weeks and use a step count tracker during that time.
- Time commitment: about 6 weeks
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
- Stroke diagnosis confirmed by imaging
- Stroke occurred 6 or more months before study enrollment
- Meet criteria for "inactive" on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form
- Able to identify a support person that they interact with in-person at least once per week
- Able and willing to participate fully in the study and provide informed consent or proxy consent with participant assent
You likely can't join if
- Currently receiving care in a transitional care unit, skilled nursing facility, or other institutional care setting
- Currently receiving outpatient neurorehabilitation services (e.g., physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy)
- Severe cognitive or communication impairments (inability to respond accurately to complete study screening questions or to provide informed consent...
- Currently pregnant or expecting to become pregnant in the next 8 weeks Comorbid neurological disorder (Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis...
- Comorbid cancer, currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment
- Received inpatient treatment or was hospitalized for a psychiatric condition and/or alcohol or substance abuse within the past 12 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Stroke diagnosis confirmed by imaging
- Stroke occurred 6 or more months before study enrollment
- Meet criteria for "inactive" on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form
- Able to identify a support person that they interact with in-person at least once per week
- Able and willing to participate fully in the study and provide informed consent or proxy consent with participant assent
- Currently receiving care in a transitional care unit, skilled nursing facility, or other institutional care setting
- Currently receiving outpatient neurorehabilitation services (e.g., physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy)
- Severe cognitive or communication impairments (inability to respond accurately to complete study screening questions or to provide informed consent or assent)
- Currently pregnant or expecting to become pregnant in the next 8 weeks Comorbid neurological disorder (Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, dementia, Alzheimer's...
- Comorbid cancer, currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment
- Received inpatient treatment or was hospitalized for a psychiatric condition and/or alcohol or substance abuse within the past 12 months
- Current diagnosis of a terminal illness and/or currently receiving hospice care
- History of allergic reaction to adhesives that precludes the use of an adhesive necessary for adherence to activPAL measurement
- Uses wheelchair as primary mobility aid outside of home setting
- Inability to speak, read, or understand English
- Concurrent participation in another rehabilitation intervention research study
- Resides more than 50 miles outside of the Twin Cities, Minnesota metropolitan area
- Investigator discretion for safety or adherence reasons
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, 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 study runs about 6 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you 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 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.