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Stroke Clinical Trial in Baltimore, MD

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

Sponsored by Johns Hopkins University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Baltimore

    Convenient for MD 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 Baltimore site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Stroke Study in Baltimore

The optimal site of neuromodulation for post-stroke aphasia has yet to be established. This study will investigate whether multiple sessions of cerebellar transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) boosts language therapy in helping people recover from aphasia as well as predict who is likely to respond to cerebellar tDCS.

Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Chronic ischemic or hemorrhagic left hemisphere stroke
Fluent speaker of English by self-report
Age 18 or older
6 months post onset of stroke
Diagnosis of aphasia and naming impairment using the Western Aphasia Battery-Revised

Exclusion Criteria

Lesion in the right cerebellum
Previous neurological disorder (other than stroke) affecting the brain, or any other neurodegenerative disorder or psychiatric disorder
Seizures during the previous 6 months
Uncorrected visual loss or hearing loss by self-report
Use of medications that lower the seizure threshold (e.g., methylphenidate)
Use of N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) antagonists (e.g., memantine)
History of brain surgery or any metal in the head
Severely impaired auditory comprehension (lower than 2 on the Comprehension subscore on the Western Aphasia Battery-Revised)
Severely limited verbal output (lower than 2 on the Spontaneous Speech rating scale on the Western Aphasia Battery-Revised)
Individuals with severe claustrophobia, cardiac pacemakers or ferromagnetic implants, and pregnant women will be excluded from the MRI portion of the study.

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 Baltimore?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05093673) has an active research site in Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD

If you're searching for stroke treatment options in Baltimore, MD, this clinical trial (NCT05093673) 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 Baltimore 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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