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Stroke Clinical Trial in Jacksonville, FL

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

Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Jacksonville

    Convenient for FL 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.

Simple Process

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

About This Stroke Study in Jacksonville

Approximately 15,000 Veterans are hospitalized for stroke each year with new cases costing an estimated $111 million for acute inpatient, $75 million for post-acute inpatient, and $88 million for follow-up care over 6 months post-stroke. The investigators have previously established the effectiveness of a backward walking training program to improve gait and balance in post-stroke Veterans. To best serve Veterans in this era of personalized medicine, there is a current need to determine the appropriate training dose as well as which post-stroke Veterans would most benefit. This study addresses both needs as it will 1) test responses to two different doses (18 vs. 27 sessions) of backward walking training and 2) assess brain activity, measured by magnetic resonance imaging, before and after training intervention to determine its ability to predict rehabilitation response as well as brain mechanisms of behavioral change.

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Berg Balance Scale \< 45
Self-selected 10 meter gait speed \< 0.8 m/s
Diagnosis of unilateral stroke
\> 2 months \< 4 months post-stroke
Able to ambulate at least 10 feet with maximum 1 person assist
Medically stable

Exclusion Criteria

Presence of neurological condition other than stroke
Serious cardiac conditions (hospitalization for myocardial infarction or heart surgery within 3 months, history of congestive heart failure, documented serious and unstable cardiac arrhythmias, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, severe aortic stenosis, angina or dyspnea at rest or during activities of daily living)
Anyone meeting New York Heart Association criteria for Class 3 or Class 4 heart disease will be excluded
Severe arthritis or orthopedic problems that limit passive ranges of motion of lower extremity (knee flexion contracture of -10 degrees, knee flexion ROM \< 90 degrees, hip flexion contracture \> 25 degrees, and ankle plantar flexion contracture \> 15 degrees)
Severe hypertension with systolic greater than 200 mmHg and diastolic greater than 110 mmHg at rest
Pain upon ambulation
Receiving physical therapy services for mobility and/or gait
Living in a skilled nursing facility
Any MRI contraindication, including but not limited to the presence of metal, MR sensitive implanted medical devices, or claustrophobia

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Jacksonville?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04928482) has an active research site in Jacksonville, FL 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.

Stroke Treatment Options in Jacksonville, FL

If you're searching for stroke treatment options in Jacksonville, FL, this clinical trial (NCT04928482) 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 Jacksonville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced 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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