Clinical trials: Stroke, Chronic
Aphasia, Acquired
Effects of rTMS on Brain Activation in Aphasia
This study will investigate the use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation method, to improve word-finding abilities in Veterans and non-Veterans with chronic language problems…
- Trial name
- NCT03292471
- Testing
- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 16 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Chronic Dysphagia, Multiple Sclerosis
A Comparison of an Implanted Neuroprosthesis With Sensory Training for Improving Airway Protection in Chronic Dysphagia
This study will compare an implant with the technique of sensory training to determine which method may improve the ability to swallow and reduce the risk of choking.
- Conditions
- Chronic Dysphagia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson Disease
- Trial name
- NCT00376506
- Testing
- Neurostimulation device for dysphagia, External vibrotactile device
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Chronic Post-stroke Headache
TMS and Exercise for Post-stroke Pain
There are over 7 million people living with stroke in the United States. Per year, approximately 17,000 Veterans are admitted to the VA for acute stroke. Chronic pain after stroke can occur between 10-50% of stroke survivors.
- Trial name
- NCT04672044
- Testing
- Active rTMS and exercise
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 9 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Chronic Kidney Diseases, Heart Attack
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Platelet Study
This study evaluates how aspirin, clopidogrel and ticagrelor work in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) compared to people with normal kidneys.
- Conditions
- Chronic Kidney Diseases, Heart Attack, Stroke, Ischemic
- Trial name
- NCT03649711
- Testing
- Ticagrelor 90mg, Clopidogrel 75mg, Aspirin 81 mg
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 76 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Arkansas
Stroke (CVA) or TIA, Diabetes
Risk Factors, Costs, and Impacts of ED Boarding
The goal of this observational study is to learn about the risk factors, costs, and operational impacts of emergency department boarding (patients admitted to the hospital but remaining in the emergency department awaiting…
- Conditions
- Stroke (CVA) or TIA, Diabetes, Asthma (Diagnosis), COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Trial name
- NCT07532564
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 30,486 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Maryland, Baltimore
Stroke
Fall-recovery Training for Those With Chronic Stroke and Low Falls Self-efficacy
Chronic stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. Post-stroke health is negatively impacted by two interrelated factors-a substantial risk of falls and limited walking activity.
- Trial name
- NCT04112173
- Testing
- perturbation-based fall-recovery training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 1 people
- Sponsor
- University of Delaware
Stroke
Neurophysiological and Kinematic Predictors of Response in Chronic Stroke
The purpose of this study is to design a predictive model of stroke recovery based on baseline measurements of arm movement and brain physiology.
- Trial name
- SRT4 (NCT02658630)
- Testing
- Robot + TTT exercise
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 68 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Stroke, Inflammation
Inflammatory Abnormalities in Muscle After Stroke: Effects of Exercise
The purpose of this study is to first define whether abnormalities of skeletal muscle are related to the presence of inflammation and to poor motor performance and whether this can be modified by exercise interventions.
- Trial name
- NCT00387712
- Testing
- Velocity based treadmill training, Duration based treadmill training
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 99 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Brain Injuries, Acute, Brain Injuries, Traumatic
Antiseizure Medication in Seizure Networks at Early Acute Brain Injury
The goal of this clinical trial is to explore the effect of FDA-approved antiseizure drugs in the brain connectivity patterns of severe and moderate acute brain injury patients with suppression of consciousness.
- Conditions
- Brain Injuries, Acute, Brain Injuries, Traumatic, Brain Ischemia, Brain Hypoxia
- Trial name
- NCT06081283
- Testing
- Phenobarbital Sodium Injection, Levetiracetam, Lacosamide Injectable Product
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 5 people
- Sponsor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Stroke, Hemiparesis
Electrical Stimulation for Recovery of Ankle Dorsiflexion in Chronic Stroke Survivors
Ankle dorsiflexor weakness (paresis) is one of the most frequently persisting consequences of stroke. The purpose of this exploratory study is to compare two different treatments -- Contralaterally Controlled Neuromuscular…
- Conditions
- Stroke, Hemiparesis, Lower Extremity Paresis
- Trial name
- NCT01029912
- Testing
- Electrical stimulator
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 26 people
- Sponsor
- MetroHealth Medical Center
Aphasia
TMS in Aphasia Recovery
Stroke often causes substantial problems in speaking or understanding speech. Treatments for these problems are currently very limited.
- Trial name
- NCT04777214
- Testing
- Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 24 people
- Sponsor
- University of Pennsylvania
Vertebral Artery Dissection, Cerebrovascular Accident
Vertebral Artery and Cerebral Hemodynamics After Various Head Positions & Manipulation in Patients With Neck Pain
The Investigators are performing a study to determine, in patients with chronic/recurrent neck pain, the cerebrovascular hemodynamic consequences of cervical spine movements, including manipulation, in vivo using fMRI technology…
- Conditions
- Vertebral Artery Dissection, Cerebrovascular Accident, Stroke
- Trial name
- NCT02667821
- Testing
- Head positions and spinal manipulation
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Chronic Ischemic Stroke
Study of Modified Stem Cells (SB623) in Patients With Chronic Motor Deficit From Ischemic Stroke
Controlled study of stereotactic, intracranial injection of SB623 cells in patients with fixed motor deficits from ischemic stroke
- Trial name
- ACTIsSIMA (NCT02448641)
- Testing
- SB623 Implant (2.5M), SB623 Implant (5.0M)
- Where
- 65 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 163 people
- Sponsor
- SanBio, Inc.
Stroke, Cerebral Vascular Accident
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Improving Gait Training in Stroke
The purpose of this study is to determine if transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)applied over the lower extremity motor cortex in conjunction with assisted gait training is effective for improving gait in patients with…
- Trial name
- NCT01807637
- Testing
- transcranial direct current stim (tDCS)
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 6 people
- Sponsor
- University of Arkansas
Chronic Stroke
Post-Stroke Walking Speed and Community Ambulation Conversion Study
The purpose of this randomized, controlled study is to collect performance data on the ability of an investigational device designed to digitally deliver Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation to improve walking speed in people who…
- Trial name
- NCT04121754
- Testing
- MR-001, Active Walking
- Where
- 8 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 87 people
- Sponsor
- MedRhythms, Inc.
Shoulder Pain Chronic
An Implantable Microneuromodulator for the Treatment of Chronic Shoulder Pain in Chronic Post-Stroke Subjects
The goal of this research study is to investigate safety and gather initial effectiveness data for a new implanted device designed to treat chronic shoulder pain in chronic post-stroke subjects.
- Trial name
- BBPM (NCT00567541)
- Testing
- Battery Powered Microneuromodulator (BBPM)
- Where
- 3 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 16 people
- Sponsor
- Bioness Inc
Chronic Pain, Post Stroke Pain
Closed-loop Deep Brain Stimulation to Treat Refractory Neuropathic Pain
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) holds promise as a new option for patients suffering from treatment-resistant chronic pain, but current technology is unable to reliably achieve long-term pain symptom relief.
- Conditions
- Chronic Pain, Post Stroke Pain, Phantom Limb Pain, Spinal Cord Injuries
- Trial name
- NCT03029884
- Testing
- Open-Loop DBS, Closed-Loop DBS
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 4 people
- Sponsor
- Prasad Shirvalkar, MD, PhD
Stroke
Feasibility of Home-based Virtual Reality Rehabilitation for the Upper Extremity in Subacute and Chronic Stroke
Regaining upper extremity function is very important for stroke survivors to increase their independence and ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Trial name
- NCT03559829
- Testing
- RAPAEL Smart Glove
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- Stanford University
Stroke, Brain Diseases
Predictors of Response in Chronic Stroke
This study will validate a predictive model that uses demographics, functional status, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and other potential biomarkers to predict the likelihood of a clinically significant change in impairment at…
- Conditions
- Stroke, Brain Diseases, Central Nervous System Diseases, Nervous System Diseases
- Trial name
- SRT5 (NCT04283253)
- Testing
- Robot + TTT exercise
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 1 people
- Sponsor
- VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Stroke, Hemiplegia
Brain Stimulation and Rehabilitation for Adults With Chronic, Severe Arm Motor Impairment After Stroke
This pilot study will examine a combination therapy for adults with chronic, severe motor impairment of an arm after stroke. The intervention will combine brain stimulation with physical rehabilitation of the arm on the side of…
- Conditions
- Stroke, Hemiplegia, Hemiparesis
- Trial name
- NCT03538795
- Testing
- iTBS&eCIMT
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 3 people
- Sponsor
- University of Alabama at Birmingham