Examining how non-invasive neural stimulation affects motor control
Examining Lateralized Aspects of Motor Control Using Non-invasive Neural Stimulation
This study tests if using non-invasive brain stimulation can help people with motor difficulties, like those recovering from strokes, improve their movement skills by changing how they receive sensory feedback during tasks.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Virginia Commonwealth University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Richmond, Virginia) |
| Trial ID | NCT05947279 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the mechanisms of motor adaptation and generalization by utilizing non-invasive neural stimulation techniques. Participants will engage in tasks that involve reaching performance while their sensory feedback is manipulated through various methods, such as virtual reality environments. The goal is to understand how different sensory inputs can be integrated to improve motor learning that is applicable across various environments and movement types. This research aims to inform rehabilitation strategies for individuals with motor deficits, particularly following strokes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are right-handed individuals aged 18 to 40.
Not a fit: Patients who are mixed- or left-handed, or those with certain neurological or psychological conditions, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation techniques for patients with motor deficits, enhancing their ability to perform daily activities.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in motor adaptation, this specific approach using non-invasive neural stimulation is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Right-handed as determined by the short-form Edinburgh Handedness Inventory * Between the ages of 18 and 40 Exclusion Criteria: * Mixed- or left-handed as determined by the short-form Edinburgh Handedness Inventory * Self-reported history of any of the following: Seizure and/or diagnosis of epilepsy Fainting spells Concussion with loss of consciousness Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Cochlear implants Migraines Diagnosed psychological or neurological condition Metal in the scalp * Any previous adverse reaction to a brain stimulation technique * Any previous adverse reaction to 3D virtual reality environments (i.e. 'cybersickness') * Possibility of being currently pregnant (for females only) * Current open head wound or skin condition of the scalp * Current implanted device(s) (i.e. cardiac pacemaker)
Where this trial is running
Richmond, Virginia
- Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center — Richmond, Virginia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Brooke Dexheimer, PhD, OTD, OTR/L
- Email: dexheimerb@vcu.edu
- Phone: 563-547-0125
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.