Non-invasive virtual reality home telerehabilitation for stroke recovery

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This interventional study tests a home-based, non-immersive VR telerehabilitation program aimed at adults who have had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke within the past 3 to 12 months. The program provides supervised, remote rehabilitation to support ongoing motor recovery and maintain gains obtained after the stroke. Participants must be able to stand on two feet for two minutes and have motor rehab indications as judged by their clinicians, with reasonable access to smartphone and computer technology. The trial uses remote monitoring and regular clinician contact to enhance adherence and track progress, addressing gaps in traditional home exercises. Outcomes will inform whether this approach can augment standard post-stroke rehabilitation and improve functional independence.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \>18 years-old
* Ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke within 3 to 12 months before inclusion
* Inclusion modified Rankin scale 1 to 3
* Motor rehabilitation requirements defined by the stroke neurologist/physiatrist in the out-patient clinic
* Bipedal standing: capable of keeping on two feet for two minutes without using hand supports.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Technological abilities: patient and caregiver do not manage smartphone and computer
* Severe aphasia/ language barrier with patient/caregiver that impairs communication
* Severe cognitive impairment (dementia) that affects short- and medium-term memory.
* End-of-life- or life-threatening pathology with an estimated survival \<1 year.
* Receiving intense physical therapy (rehabilitation with at least one face-to-face physical treatment/week).

Where it's running

• Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron
  Barcelona, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Marta Rubiera, MD PhD
• Email: martaaurora.rubiera@vallhebron.cat
• Phone: 0034 647390477

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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.