Improving balance for people with chronic stroke using multisensory feedback
Multisensory augmentation to improve the standing balance of people with chronic stroke
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-11034094
This study is testing a new way to help people who have had a stroke improve their balance by using special feedback that helps them better understand their body movements, making it easier for them to stay steady on their feet.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11034094 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the standing balance of individuals who have experienced a chronic stroke by utilizing a novel multisensory augmentation approach. The study will provide artificial feedback to the nervous system, helping patients better understand their body’s position and movements, which is crucial for maintaining balance. By addressing sensory deficits that often accompany strokes, the research seeks to develop a method that is more effective than traditional rehabilitation techniques. The approach will consider the cognitive challenges faced by many stroke survivors, ensuring that the feedback is accessible and beneficial.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a chronic stroke and struggle with balance and mobility.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or those with acute stroke conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of falls and improve the quality of life for individuals with chronic stroke.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using sensory augmentation techniques for balance improvement in other populations, suggesting potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES
- RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER — CHARLESTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DEAN, JESSE C. — RALPH H JOHNSON VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: DEAN, JESSE C.
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.
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