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Stroke Clinical Trial in Pittsburgh, PA

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

Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related stroke treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Pittsburgh

    Convenient for PA 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 Pittsburgh site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Stroke Study in Pittsburgh

The purpose of this study is to use Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) while subjects are making reaching movements in a robotic arm device in order to discover how different brain areas control movement before and after stroke and when these brain areas are most sensitive to TMS.

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Be 45-90 years of age
Have adequate language and neurocognitive function to participate in training and testing
Be medically stable to participate in the study
Be English speaking Inclusion Criteria (participants with stroke):
Be 45-90 years of age
Clinically defined, unilateral, hemiparetic stroke with radiologic

Exclusion Criteria

of other possible diagnosis
Stroke onset at least 6 months before enrollment
Subcortical stroke (ex: internal capsule, deep white matter of posterior frontal lobe)
Present with mild to moderate arm dysfunction
Be medically stable to participate in the study
Be English speaking Exclusion Criteria: (for both groups)
Unable to give informed consent
Have a serious complicating medical illness that would preclude participation
Contractures or orthopedic problems limiting range of joint motion in the potential study arm or other impairments that would interfere with the study activities
Visual loss such that the subject would not be able to see the test patterns on the robot computer monitor
Unable to comply with requirements of the study
Enrollment in another greater-than-minimal risk study
Presence of medical condition or implant that prevents safe administration of TMS or MRI

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 Pittsburgh?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04286516) has an active research site in Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA

If you're searching for stroke treatment options in Pittsburgh, PA, this clinical trial (NCT04286516) 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 Pittsburgh 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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