Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Exploring the impact of sleep on motor learning after stroke

Official title: Investigating Consolidation of Motor Learning in the Context of Recovery After Stroke

Run by University of Oxford · NCT05746260 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how sleep quality affects the recovery and movement skills of people who have had a stroke in their arm.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Oxford
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Oxford)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 1, 2023
Main results expectedMarch 2027
Study endsMarch 2027
Registry record updatedNovember 19, 2024
Trial IDNCT05746260 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have experienced a stroke affecting the upper limb within the past month.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other neurological conditions affecting movement, such as Parkinson's disease or Multiple Sclerosis, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the relationship between sleep disruption and clinical motor outcomes in individuals recovering from stroke affecting the upper limb. It aims to determine if variations in sleep quality during the sub-acute phase of stroke influence motor learning consolidation and subsequent recovery. Participants will be recruited within one month of stroke onset, and their sleep measures, demographic factors, and other relevant covariates will be analyzed to understand their impact on motor outcomes. The study employs a longitudinal design to track changes over time.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies that enhance recovery outcomes for stroke patients by addressing sleep quality.

How similar studies have gone: While the relationship between sleep and recovery after stroke is being explored, this specific approach focusing on motor learning consolidation is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Participant is willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study OR a positive opinion from a consultee is provided by a family member or carer (relative or friend) willing to provide personal consultee (PC) advice
* Aged 18 years or above
* Within 1 month of onset of stroke affecting the upper limb as confirmed by clinical diagnosis

Exclusion Criteria:

* Other neurological condition affecting movement (such as Parkinson's disease, Multiple Sclerosis)

Where it's running

  • Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (WIN)
    Oxford, United Kingdom
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.