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Stroke Survivors needed for motor coordination study (IRB# 29390)

Status: Active

Investigators:

Robert Sainburg, Ph.D., Department of Neurology

Description:

Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center researchers are investigating whether bilateral-assist training can be used to improve motor coordination in the paretic arm of stroke patients.

Eligibility:

Volunteers who have had a stroke within the past six months may be eligible to participate.

Who may participate?

Are between the ages of 18 and 85
Have had a stroke at least six months before study enrollment
Have weakness in the contralesional limb

Additional Study Details:

What does participation involve?

Non-invasive baseline function tests
An MRI or CT scan
Two to three hours performing basic arm movements using a robotic device and a virtual reality computer game

Compensation is available for time and travel

Locations:

Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Contacts:

Study director: Robert Sainburg, Ph.D., Department of Neurology

For more information: Sarah Wagaman, 717-531-0003 x 283146

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