Improving self-management and rehabilitation for people recovering from stroke

Efficacy of the Improving Participation after Stroke Self-Management-Rehabilitation (IPASS-R) program in sub-acute stroke

NIH-funded research University of Missouri-Columbia · NIH-10856613

This study is testing a program called IPASS-R that helps people recovering from a stroke feel more confident and improve their daily activities through virtual sessions, and it will see how well this program works compared to a general health self-management program.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Missouri-Columbia NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Columbia, United States)
Project IDNIH-10856613 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates a program called the Improving Participation after Stroke Self-Management Rehabilitation (IPASS-R) aimed at helping individuals recovering from stroke improve their self-efficacy and daily activities. The program focuses on managing stroke as a chronic condition rather than just reducing impairments. Participants will engage in virtual sessions to enhance their quality of life and community involvement. The study will compare the effectiveness of IPASS-R with a general health self-management program.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a subacute stroke and are living in the community.

Not a fit: Patients who are in the acute phase of stroke recovery or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of life and daily functioning for stroke survivors.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in self-management interventions for chronic diseases, indicating potential success for this approach.

Where this research is happening

Columbia, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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