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Cognitive Training for Cognitive Impairment
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Led By Edward Taub
Research Sponsored by University of Alabama at Birmingham
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
presence of a stroke, including vascular dementia, TBI, or cognitive impairment due to other causes
18 years or older
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up change from day 0 to day 28
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Study Summary
This trial is testing a new therapy to see if it improves thinking skills and everyday task performance. The therapy uses a computer game to help people identify targets quickly, combined with psychological techniques.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 with cognitive impairments due to conditions like stroke, vascular dementia, or TBI. Participants must have trouble with daily tasks and slow information processing but be medically stable and able to follow directions. They should not reside in a hospital or nursing facility and must be able to visit the lab multiple times.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests a new therapy aimed at improving thinking speed using a computer game that trains participants to quickly identify targets on screen. It also includes psychological techniques designed to help apply these improvements in everyday tasks that require cognitive function.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this is a non-drug intervention involving cognitive training exercises, typical medical side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience fatigue or frustration during the training process.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I have had a stroke, brain injury, or have cognitive issues.
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I am 18 years old or older.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ change from day 0 to day 28
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~change from day 0 to day 28
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Cognitive Task Activity Log (CTAL)
Secondary outcome measures
Useful Field of View (UFOV)
Other outcome measures
Timed Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
Trial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: CI Cognitive TherapyExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
The treatment will have 2 components. The first component, Speed of Processing Training, is a computer game. Participants identify targets on the screen as rapidly as possible. The second component is a set of psychological techniques that will help participants apply the improvements from the game to carrying out tasks that rely on thinking in their daily life.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Speed of Processing Training
2011
N/A
~340
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of Alabama at BirminghamLead Sponsor
1,590 Previous Clinical Trials
2,281,294 Total Patients Enrolled
Edward TaubPrincipal Investigator - University of Alabama at Birmingham
University of Alabama at Birmingham
1 Previous Clinical Trials
40 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have had a stroke, brain injury, or have cognitive issues.I can visit the lab multiple times.I am physically and mentally fit to participate in the study.I can follow directions and remember information well.You have good eyesight and hearing to complete the UFOV test.It has been over 3 months since my stroke or brain injury.N/AYou are in good health and not experiencing any serious medical problems.I am 18 years old or older.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: CI Cognitive Therapy
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
How many participants is the study recruiting?
"Correct. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this medical experiment is actively searching for participants and has been since March 15th 2019. As of October 17th 2022, the trial needs 60 individuals from 1 site in order to be completed successfully."
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Is there availability for people to join this trial?
"Yes, the data on clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this experiment is presently seeking volunteers and has been since March 15th 2019. The study was most recently updated in October 17th 2022."
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