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Acquired Brain Injury Including Stroke Clinical Trial in Dallas, TX

Access cutting-edge acquired brain injury including stroke treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Dallas. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Texas Woman's University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Dallas

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Dallas site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Acquired Brain Injury Including Stroke Study in Dallas

Study Purpose Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) enhances motor recovery by increasing the functional range of motion to significantly improve muscle force deficits following an acquired brain injury. While FES has shown promise in improving muscular activation, its role in facilitating fine motor skills like handwriting in the acquired brain injury population needs further investigation. The project will incorporate motion capture (mo-cap) analysis technology, which will capture participants' detailed movement patterns during handwriting tasks and provide multi-baseline pre-analysis/post-analysis of motor planning and execution for precise tracking of manual dexterity improvements by quantifying changes in fine motor control, speed, and accuracy. The study seeks to provide comprehensive evidence of FES's effectiveness in hand remediation with combined assistive technology with functional-based activity to enhance motor function and improve acquired brain injury survivors' quality of life by enabling better outcomes in daily tasks requiring fine motor skills. Functional electrical stimulation improves reaching movement in the shoulder and elbow muscles of stroke patients:

Sponsor: Texas Woman's University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Participants must have experienced either an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke or a traumatic brain injury (TBI), resulting in impaired hand function.
Participants should have completed the acute phase of recovery, have had an onset of injury more than one month ago, and be in the subacute or chronic phase (at least one month after the injury).
Participants must demonstrate motor impairments affecting fine motor control and handwriting ability.
Participants should be able to attend one-hour weekly sessions for eight weeks.

Exclusion Criteria

Cardiac disease to avoid potential interference with heart function during FES
Presence of an implanted medical stimulator (e.g., pacemaker) to prevent device interference and ensure participant safety.
Venous thrombosis or thrombophlebitis to reduce the risk of exacerbating these conditions with electrical stimulation.
History of seizure disorder to avoid triggering seizures with electrical stimulation.
Impaired sensation in the upper extremities to ensure accurate feedback regarding comfort and prevent unnoticed overstimulation.
Medically stable with a stroke or traumatic brain injury less than one month ago - to focus on individuals in the subacute or chronic recovery phase.
Participants who are pregnant - to minimize any potential risk to the participant or fetus.
Individuals with bilateral upper extremity coordination to focus on individuals with unilateral impairments for this study
Participants with severe cognitive impairment or communication barriers to ensure participants can understand instructions, provide feedback, and give informed consent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Dallas?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07774715) has an active research site in Dallas, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Acquired Brain Injury Including Stroke Treatment Options in Dallas, TX

If you're searching for acquired brain injury including stroke treatment options in Dallas, TX, this clinical trial (NCT07774715) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Dallas research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced acquired brain injury including stroke specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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