Effects of high-intensity exercise on language recovery after stroke
Exercising language: Behavioral and neurophysiological changes after high-intensity exercise training in post-stroke aphasia
This study is looking at how doing high-energy exercise can help people who have had a stroke and struggle with language skills, aiming to improve their speaking and thinking abilities while they recover.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Berkeley NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Berkeley, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11106862 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how high-intensity physical exercise can aid in the recovery of language skills for individuals who have experienced a stroke and suffer from aphasia. The study will implement a specially designed exercise program that is safe and effective for stroke survivors, focusing on improving not just language abilities but also cognitive and motor skills. Participants will undergo various assessments, including advanced measures of brain blood flow, to understand the impact of exercise on their recovery. The goal is to enhance traditional therapies and provide a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are currently dealing with aphasia.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or do not have aphasia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve language recovery and overall quality of life for patients with post-stroke aphasia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with exercise interventions in stroke recovery, suggesting potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Berkeley, United States
- University of California Berkeley — Berkeley, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ivanova, Maria V. — University of California Berkeley
- Study coordinator: Ivanova, Maria V.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.