Understanding why stroke survivors don't use their affected arm
Mechanistic and neuroanatomic bases of disparity between arm capacity and use in stroke
This study is looking into why some stroke survivors can move their affected arm but don’t use it, and it aims to understand the reasons behind this so that better rehabilitation methods can be developed to help them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein Healthcare Network NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11096001 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates why many stroke survivors do not use their affected arm despite having the physical ability to do so. It focuses on the disparity between arm capacity and actual use, known as Use/Capacity Disparity (UCD). The study will assess various factors, including sensory-motor processing and cognitive aspects, through a series of tests on stroke patients. By identifying the underlying mechanisms of UCD, the research aims to inform targeted rehabilitation strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and exhibit reduced use of one arm despite having the capacity to use it.
Not a fit: Patients who have severe disabilities or those who do not have the capacity to use their affected arm may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation techniques that enhance arm use in stroke survivors, thereby improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific mechanisms of Use/Capacity Disparity have not been extensively studied, related research in neuro-rehabilitation has shown promise in understanding and improving arm function post-stroke.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Albert Einstein Healthcare Network — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buxbaum, Laurel J — Albert Einstein Healthcare Network
- Study coordinator: Buxbaum, Laurel J
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.