Assessing movement and control in post-stroke patients using electrical stimulation
Multimodal, Task-Aware Movement Assessment and Control Using Functional Electrical Stimulation
This study tests if using electrical stimulation can help stroke survivors improve their walking and movement at home.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Brigham and Women's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Boston, Massachusetts) |
| Trial ID | NCT06301542 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how movement patterns relate to disability levels in adults who have experienced a stroke. It utilizes a functional electrical stimulation (FES) system to provide individualized assistance during walking. The research will initially take place in a clinical setting and will later transition to in-home assessments, allowing for broader application and evaluation of the FES system's effectiveness in daily life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are community-dwelling adults aged 18 and older who have experienced a stroke and can follow simple commands.
Not a fit: Patients who are undomiciled, have active substance use disorders, or other significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance mobility and independence for post-stroke patients through improved movement control.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing functional electrical stimulation have shown promise in improving mobility in post-stroke patients, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age \>= 18 years * Capacity to consent * Post-stroke community-dwelling adults * Ability to follow 3-step commands Exclusion Criteria: * Undomiciled * Active substance use disorder * Active psychosis * Domestic violence or neglect * Inability to communicate with investigators * Other comorbidities that prevent full participation in the research
Where this trial is running
Boston, Massachusetts
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: David M Levine, MD MPH MA
- Email: dmlevine@bwh.harvard.edu
- Phone: 617-732-7063
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.