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Behavioral Intervention

Virtual Reality Training for Stroke Recovery

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Recruiting
Led By Mukul Mukherjee, PhD
Research Sponsored by University of Nebraska
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Diagnosed with supratentorial ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke
Ability to stand unsupported without an assistive device
Must not have
Hip fracture
Recurrent stroke
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 1 day
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Summary

This trialaims to help stroke survivors improve walking asymmetry with virtual reality training. We'll see if they can better sense asymmetry and if that helps them learn a new task.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 21 who had a single stroke more than 3 months ago, can walk 10 meters without help, stand without support, and follow instructions (with a specific mental exam score). It's not for those with recurrent strokes, hip fractures, recent heart attacks, poor vision that isn't corrected to at least 20/40 or other conditions affecting walking like Parkinson's.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if virtual reality can improve walking symmetry in stroke survivors. Participants will learn new walking tasks using VR technology. The research also examines the relationship between learning these tasks and the ability to perceive their own asymmetry accurately.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly listed in the provided information, potential side effects may include dizziness or nausea due to VR use; however individual experiences may vary.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have had a stroke in the upper part of my brain.
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I can stand on my own without help or devices.
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I can walk 10 meters by myself.
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I can follow instructions well (passed a mental ability test).
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I have had one stroke on one side of my brain.
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I am over 21 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I have had a hip fracture.
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I have had more than one stroke.
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I have had a heart attack.
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I do not have any health issues that would stop me from walking properly.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~1 day
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 1 day for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Step-length Symmetry Index
Step-time Symmetry Index

Trial Design

4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Stroke Symmetric VRExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
In this experimental arm, stroke survivors who walk symmetrically will walk on a split-belt treadmill in a VR - virtual reality environment.
Group II: Stroke Asymmetric VRExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
In this experimental arm, stroke survivors who walk asymmetrically will walk on a split-belt treadmill in a VR - virtual reality environment.
Group III: Stroke Symmetric Non-VRActive Control1 Intervention
In this control arm, stroke survivors who walk symmetrically will walk on a split-belt treadmill in a non-virtual reality environment.
Group IV: Stroke Asymmetric Non-VRActive Control1 Intervention
In this control arm, stroke survivors who walk asymmetrically will walk on a split-belt treadmill in a non-virtual reality environment.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of NebraskaLead Sponsor
544 Previous Clinical Trials
1,144,868 Total Patients Enrolled
2 Trials studying Stroke
204 Patients Enrolled for Stroke
Mukul Mukherjee, PhD5.07 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - University of Nebraska
University of Nebraska
5Patient Review
In comparison to Dr. Sorrell, his replacement was unfortunately a great disappointment. But, Dr. Mukherjee at CHI/CUMC has been an excellent physician in every way — I couldn't ask for more.
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