Stroke Survivors' sex lives get a boost from Nurse-Led counseling

NCT ID NCT06278363

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether specialized sexual nursing care could help stroke patients and their partners manage sexual difficulties. Thirty stroke survivors and their partners were split into two groups: one received personalized counseling and education from trained nurses, while the other got standard care. Results suggest the nursing care improved body awareness, sexual function, and quality of life for both patients and partners.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

sexual nursing care (counseling, education, partner involvement)

What this could lead to

If this approach works, it could help stroke patients and their partners manage sexual difficulties and improve their quality of life.

What could go wrong

This was a small, completed study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is counseling-based, not a drug, so benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

physiological sexual disorder Sexuality stroke disorder

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo

    Messina, Italy/Messina, 98124, Italy