Using character strengths to help stroke patients recover
The Effectiveness and Mechanism of Character Strengths-based Structured Treatment and Education Programme on Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients
NA · Peking University · NCT05738499
This study tests a new program that uses people's personal strengths to help stroke patients feel better, think more clearly, and improve their walking while also boosting their confidence during recovery.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 172 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Peking University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Zhengzhou, Henan) |
| Trial ID | NCT05738499 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a character strengths-based structured treatment and education program (CSSTEP) for stroke patients. It aims to enhance mental state, cognitive function, and gait performance while reducing post-stroke depression and improving self-confidence. The program is designed to motivate patients to actively engage in their rehabilitation process through personalized interventions based on their character strengths. The study will provide clinical evidence on the application of this innovative approach in stroke rehabilitation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have been clinically diagnosed with stroke within the last 30 days and have stable vital signs.
Not a fit: Patients with moderate to severe cognitive impairment or unstable vital signs due to serious health conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the rehabilitation outcomes and mental well-being of stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: While character strengths interventions have shown success in chronic disease management abroad, research specifically targeting stroke patients with this approach is limited and novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ① Clinical diagnosis of stroke, CT or MRI diagnosis of cerebral infarction; * ② Within 30 days after clinical diagnosis of acute stroke; * ③ Age ≥18 years; * ④ Basic cognition, learning ability and willingness, all vital signs were stable, no other serious complications and no history of mental illness; * ⑤ Informed consent and cooperation. Exclusion Criteria: * ① Moderate or severe cognitive impairment (defined as mini-mental state examination score ≤20); * ② Unstable vital signs, accompanied by severe heart, liver, renal insufficiency, respiratory failure and malignant tumors, unable to intervene.
Where this trial is running
Zhengzhou, Henan
- The Secind Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University — Zhengzhou, Henan, China (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tingting YAN, PhD — Peking University
- Study coordinator: Tingting YAN, PhD
- Email: ttyan@bjmu.edu.cn
- Phone: +86 15890698392
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.
Conditions: Stroke, Intervention, Rehabilitation, Depression, Chronic illness management, Post-stroke depression