Understanding and improving visuospatial challenges after stroke.
Visuospatial deficits after stroke: Towards better classification, diagnostics, and rehabilitation.
This study is looking at how a stroke on the right side of the brain can affect your ability to see and understand space, and it aims to find better ways to help you with these challenges by creating personalized treatments just for you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgetown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005202 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the common visuospatial deficits that occur after a right-hemisphere stroke, which can lead to long-term disability. It aims to identify the core factors contributing to these deficits and develop better assessments and individualized treatments. By examining the neural bases of these challenges, the study seeks to enhance diagnostics and rehabilitation strategies for stroke survivors. Patients may undergo specific assessments to determine their unique visuospatial challenges and receive tailored interventions based on their needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a right-hemisphere stroke and are facing challenges with visuospatial tasks.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or those with left-hemisphere strokes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies that enhance daily functioning for stroke survivors with visuospatial deficits.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions for stroke-related deficits can lead to meaningful improvements, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Georgetown University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greenwald, Anna — Georgetown University
- Study coordinator: Greenwald, Anna
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.