Using virtual reality to help stroke patients with hemineglect

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 clinical trial investigates the effects of immersive virtual reality combined with multisensory stimulation on patients suffering from hemineglect following a right-sided stroke. Hemineglect is a cognitive impairment that affects a significant number of stroke survivors, leading to difficulties in orienting and responding to stimuli on one side of their environment. The study aims to assess whether this innovative rehabilitation approach can enhance functional outcomes and improve the quality of life for affected individuals. Participants will be evaluated based on their response to the virtual reality intervention over a specified period.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient aged over 18 years
* Diagnosis of first ischemic right stroke established by a neurologist using clinical examination and brain imaging (CT scan or MRI)
* Stroke occurring less than 3 months ago
* Presence of left hemineglect, diagnosed using the Neglect Assessment Battery (NAB)
* Normal vision or corrected to normal
* Patient affiliated with the social security system

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of neurological or psychiatric illness
* Epilepsy
* Craniotomy
* Limited range of cervical motion due to orthopedic disorders
* Moderate or severe deafness (hearing loss of 40 dB in one ear, as measured by tonal audiometry)
* Anosmia (loss of smell)
* Asthmatic disease
* Pregnant women or women suspected of being pregnant
* Breastfeeding women
* Severe neurocognitive disorders with an MMSE score \< 21
* Patient under legal protection measures
* Minor patient
* Patient enrolled in another research protocol

Where it's running

• Hôpital La Musse
  Saint-Sébastien-de-Morsent, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Héloïse BAILLET, PhD
• Email: h.baillet@hlrs-lamusse.net
• Phone: +33(0)232293047

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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.