How overall brain health affects recovery after a stroke
Effects of global brain health on sensorimotor recovery after stroke
This study looks at how the overall health of your brain can affect how well you recover after a stroke, and it aims to find new ways to help improve your recovery by checking your brain health along the way.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10815780 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of global brain health in the recovery process following a stroke. It examines how the overall condition of the brain, including its cellular and vascular integrity, influences the ability to regain sensorimotor functions. By exploring the relationship between global brain health and stroke outcomes, the study aims to identify new therapeutic targets that could enhance recovery. Patients may be assessed for their brain health and monitored for changes during their recovery journey.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have recently experienced a stroke and are undergoing rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or those with advanced neurodegenerative diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery strategies for stroke patients by focusing on enhancing overall brain health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that global brain health is a significant factor in recovery from other neurological conditions, suggesting potential for success in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Liew, Sook-Lei — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Liew, Sook-Lei
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.