Adaptive physical activity program for stroke recovery
Development and Evaluation of an Adaptive Mobile Health Physical Activity Intervention Post-stroke: a Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomised Trial
This study is testing a new smartphone app that helps people recovering from a stroke find the right physical activities to improve their recovery and stay motivated to exercise.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 117 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Limerick Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Limerick, Limeick) |
| Trial ID | NCT05606770 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial aims to develop and evaluate an innovative adaptive physical activity intervention for individuals recovering from stroke. It focuses on creating a user-informed smartphone application that tailors physical activity recommendations based on individual performance and needs. By addressing barriers to physical activity in stroke survivors, the study seeks to enhance engagement and adherence to exercise regimens. The trial will utilize a novel experimental design to optimize treatment sequences, ultimately contributing to secondary prevention strategies for stroke.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who are within six months post-stroke and have a modified Rankin Scale score of 0-3.
Not a fit: Patients with contraindications for physical activity or those still receiving rehabilitation services may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve physical activity levels and reduce the risk of recurrent strokes in survivors.
How similar studies have performed: While adaptive interventions in physical activity for stroke survivors are novel, similar approaches in other health domains have shown promise, indicating potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years+ * Clinician-confirmed stroke- ischaemic or haemorrhagic subtype * Living within 90km of University * Person in the first 6 months post-stroke * No longer receiving inpatient or outpatient or community-based physical activity rehabilitation * modified Rankin Scale score of 0-3 * People post-stroke who are able to express their basic needs verbally * Have access to relevant technology to enable mHealth intervention delivery * Have cognitive capacity to provide informed consent * Medical clearance for participation in the TAPAS programme. Exclusion Criteria: -Contraindications for undertaking physical activity e.g. safety, presence of unstable heart disease
Where this trial is running
Limerick, Limeick
- University Hospital Limerick — Limerick, Limeick, Ireland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: sara hayes, PhD
- Email: sara.hayes@ul.ie
- Phone: 0035361202062
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.