Understanding how different brain regions work together for movement after a stroke
Quantifying the Interdependence of the Motor Network Using Intracranial Electrodes
This study is looking at how different parts of the brain work together to help people move after a stroke, with the hope of finding new ways to support recovery for stroke patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10996345 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the coordination of brain regions involved in movement, particularly after a stroke. It focuses on how primary motor areas and non-primary areas of the brain interact and can potentially compensate for each other when one is damaged. By using intracranial electrodes, the study aims to measure the independent functioning of these brain regions, which could lead to new rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients. The goal is to enhance our understanding of motor network interdependence to improve recovery outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are undergoing rehabilitation for movement impairments.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or those with other neurological conditions unrelated to motor network dysfunction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative rehabilitation techniques that help stroke patients regain movement by utilizing non-damaged brain areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding brain network interdependence, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant advancements in stroke rehabilitation.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jensen, Michael a — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Jensen, Michael a
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.