Improving language recovery in stroke survivors with aphasia
Precision Neuromodulation in Post-Stroke Aphasia
This study is exploring a new way to help stroke survivors with aphasia improve their language skills by using a special therapy combined with brain stimulation, and it's designed for people looking to regain their communication abilities after a stroke.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11114762 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to enhance language recovery in stroke survivors who experience aphasia, a condition that severely impacts communication. The study combines a specific therapy called semantic feature analysis (SFA) with a technique known as theta burst stimulation (TBS), which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain activity. By applying TBS before therapy, the researchers aim to increase the brain's responsiveness, potentially leading to better outcomes in language skills. Participants will undergo assessments to identify the most effective brain stimulation sites to maximize the benefits of the therapy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who have experienced a stroke and are currently facing challenges with language and communication due to aphasia.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or those whose aphasia is not related to a stroke may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve language recovery and quality of life for stroke survivors with aphasia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results using similar neuromodulation techniques to enhance rehabilitation outcomes, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shah-Basak, Priyanka — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Shah-Basak, Priyanka
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.