Exploring how loss of body awareness affects arm use after a stroke
Understanding the Contributions of Proprioceptive Impairment on Arm Capacity and Real-World Performance After Stroke
This study is looking at how well stroke survivors can sense where their arms are and how that affects their ability to use their arms in everyday life, hoping to find out why some people don’t use their arms as much even after they get better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10995799 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between proprioceptive impairment and arm function in stroke survivors. It aims to understand how the ability to sense body position affects real-world arm use compared to clinical assessments. By examining the phenomenon of learned non-use, the study seeks to identify why improvements in arm capacity do not always translate to better daily performance. The research utilizes animal models to explore these concepts, focusing on the impact of sensory loss on motor function.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and have noticeable differences between their arm capacity and actual arm use in daily activities.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or those with other neurological conditions unrelated to proprioceptive impairment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies that enhance real-world arm use for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous animal studies using similar approaches have shown success in understanding the effects of sensory loss on motor function, indicating potential for this research.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- University of Delaware — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoh, Joanna Eskander — University of Delaware
- Study coordinator: Hoh, Joanna Eskander
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.