STROKE

This study tested a program called PROPEL, which combined group exercise with self-management skills during stroke rehabilitation. The goal was to see if this approach helped people maintain regular physical activity for six months after leaving the hospital. Researchers compared…

This study tested whether mechanically removing a blood clot from the brain could help people who have suffered a very large, severe stroke. It enrolled 335 adults who had a major stroke caused by a blocked artery and arrived at the hospital within 7 hours. The goal was to see if…

This study tested a program where a family member worked closely with hospital therapists to help a loved one recover from a stroke. It focused on improving 'spatial neglect,' a common condition where patients ignore one side of their body or space. The goal was to see if this te…

This study tested if checking blood thinner levels with a weekly finger-prick device was better than the usual monthly blood draw for elderly nursing home residents. The goal was to keep medication levels in a safer range more often to prevent dangerous blood clots and bleeding. …

This study tested a new device called the Dysphagia Detection System (DDS), which is a small sensor worn on the neck. Researchers wanted to see if it could accurately detect unsafe or inefficient swallowing in people with conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, and dementia, compare…

This study tested whether a brain training technique called EEG neurofeedback could help people with aphasia—difficulty speaking or understanding language due to stroke or dementia. Participants received either real or sham feedback sessions to see if learning to control their br…

This study tested a new, personalized walking and balance training program for people recovering from a stroke or traumatic brain injury. It used a robotic treadmill device to help physical therapists safely challenge patients during rehabilitation sessions. The goal was to see i…

This study tested a special robotic harness system to help people recover walking and balance after a stroke. Patients used a harness on an overhead track that could safely catch them if they fell. Researchers wanted to see if gently pushing people off-balance during practice led…

This study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique to see if it could help people who have trouble speaking after a stroke. Researchers compared four different ways to place the stimulation pads on the head against a fake stimulation, all while participants did speech t…

This study tested whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation device could help improve arm and hand movement in people recovering from a specific type of stroke. Participants, who had a recent ischemic stroke affecting areas below the brain's cortex, received either real m…

This small study aimed to understand how FDA-approved seizure medications affect brain connectivity patterns in patients with serious brain injuries who have suppressed consciousness. Researchers used MRI brain scans to look for hidden seizure networks before and after giving sei…

This study aimed to understand why people have trouble walking after a stroke. Researchers closely monitored a small group of stroke patients during their early recovery, measuring their movement, muscle activity, and brain function. The goal was to gather detailed information to…