NCT02098265

Brief Summary

The purpose of this research is to determine if two non-invasive brain stimulation techniques, muscle stimulation of the arm and neuro-stimulation through the tongue, can increase the extent of stroke recovery.

Trial Health

77
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
288

participants targeted

Target at P75+ for not_applicable stroke

Timeline
1mo left

Started Jun 2010

Longer than P75 for not_applicable stroke

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
recruiting

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Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Start

First participant enrolled

June 1, 2010

Completed
3.8 years until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

March 6, 2014

Completed
21 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

March 27, 2014

Completed
12.2 years until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

June 1, 2026

Expected
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

June 1, 2026

Last Updated

May 16, 2025

Status Verified

May 1, 2025

Enrollment Period

16 years

First QC Date

March 6, 2014

Last Update Submit

May 14, 2025

Conditions

Keywords

aneurysmtransient ischemic attack

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Action Research Arm Test Scores

    The Action Research Arm Test (ARAT) is designed for evaluation of upper extremity function. This test consists of sections for Grasp, Grip, Pinch and Gross Movements and comprise a total of 19 tests. Each test is scored 0-3 where 0 is 'no movement' and 3 is 'the movement is performed normally'. Each section is scored separately and the scores added for a total possible range of scores from 0-57 where the higher the score, the complete and efficient the movement. ARAT will be assessed at baseline and end of study (approximately 4 months)

    4 months

Secondary Outcomes (2)

  • Change in Electroencephalogram (EEG) Response Strength

    4 months

  • Signal change in functional MRI

    4 months

Study Arms (5)

Experimental Group - Immediate BCI Therapy

EXPERIMENTAL

EEG - BCI training (closed loop)

Behavioral: Behavioral AssessmentsOther: Magnetic Resonance ImagingOther: EEGDevice: BCI-FES

Experimental Group - Delayed BCI Therapy

EXPERIMENTAL

Scanned and tested 4 times over a 10-week period before EEG-BCI training

Behavioral: Behavioral AssessmentsOther: Magnetic Resonance ImagingOther: EEGOther: DelayDevice: BCI-FES

Experimental Group - RecoveriX

EXPERIMENTAL

Recruited from participants who have completed the study intervention

Other: RecoveriX

Control Group 1

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

48 stroke patients, 48 participants with risk factors for stroke, 48 healthy controls receiving 4-6 training sessions on the EEG-BCI, pre- and post- behavioral testing, and MRI

Behavioral: Behavioral AssessmentsOther: Magnetic Resonance ImagingOther: EEGDevice: BCI-FES

Control Group 2

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

24 Stroke Patients with UE impairment receiving standard FES only therapy

Device: Functional Electric Stimulation (FES)

Interventions

FES uses low energy electrical pulses to artificially generate body movements in individuals with muscle paralysis. FES can be used to generate muscle contraction in otherwise paralyzed limbs to restore function.

Control Group 2

These assessments will include measures of upper extremity motor assessments, standard stroke scales, and measures of activities of daily living.

Control Group 1Experimental Group - Delayed BCI TherapyExperimental Group - Immediate BCI Therapy

A functional magnetic resonance image will be collected.

Control Group 1Experimental Group - Delayed BCI TherapyExperimental Group - Immediate BCI Therapy
EEGOTHER

EEG electrodes will be attached to the participant's scalp using a standard, commercially available electrode cap. Proper electrode placement is made according to the international 10-20 system, ensuring complete electrode coverage over sensorimotor cortex.

Also known as: Electroencephalography
Control Group 1Experimental Group - Delayed BCI TherapyExperimental Group - Immediate BCI Therapy

RecoveriX is a brain driven rehabilitation system for stroke patients that pairs mental activities with motor functions.

Experimental Group - RecoveriX
DelayOTHER

10 week delay before intervention

Experimental Group - Delayed BCI Therapy
BCI-FESDEVICE
Control Group 1Experimental Group - Delayed BCI TherapyExperimental Group - Immediate BCI Therapy

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years+
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersYes
Age GroupsAdult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

  • Stroke patients with persistent upper extremity (UE) deficits
  • Stroke patients without UE impairments
  • Participants with risk factors for stroke
  • healthy controls
  • No known neurologic, psychiatric or developmental disability
  • Stroke patients with persistent upper extremity (UE) deficits
  • Moderate upper extremity (dominant right hand affected) impairment (score of 1 or 2 on the motor sub-component of the NIH stroke scale (NIHSS) and ARAT score 20-45)
  • No upper extremity injury or conditions that limited use prior to the stroke
  • Pre-stroke independence with a Modified Rankin Score of 0 or 1, for the standard FES only intervention.

You may not qualify if:

  • Allergic to electrode gel, surgical tape and metals
  • Participants under treatment for infectious diseases or having apparent oral lesions or inflammation will be excluded from the study
  • Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant during the course of the study will be excluded
  • Participants with contraindications for MRI will be offered the opportunity to participate in the interventions study only (e.g. EEG-BCI-FES and behavioral testing)
  • Contraindications for MRI
  • Allergic to electrode gel, surgical tape, and metals.

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

University of Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin, 53706, United States

RECRUITING

Related Publications (7)

  • Young BM, Stamm JM, Song J, Remsik AB, Nair VA, Tyler ME, Edwards DF, Caldera K, Sattin JA, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. Brain-Computer Interface Training after Stroke Affects Patterns of Brain-Behavior Relationships in Corticospinal Motor Fibers. Front Hum Neurosci. 2016 Sep 16;10:457. doi: 10.3389/fnhum.2016.00457. eCollection 2016.

  • Young BM, Nigogosyan Z, Walton LM, Remsik A, Song J, Nair VA, Tyler ME, Edwards DF, Caldera K, Sattin JA, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. Dose-response relationships using brain-computer interface technology impact stroke rehabilitation. Front Hum Neurosci. 2015 Jun 23;9:361. doi: 10.3389/fnhum.2015.00361. eCollection 2015.

  • Song J, Nair VA, Young BM, Walton LM, Nigogosyan Z, Remsik A, Tyler ME, Farrar-Edwards D, Caldera KE, Sattin JA, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. DTI measures track and predict motor function outcomes in stroke rehabilitation utilizing BCI technology. Front Hum Neurosci. 2015 Apr 27;9:195. doi: 10.3389/fnhum.2015.00195. eCollection 2015.

  • Song J, Young BM, Nigogosyan Z, Walton LM, Nair VA, Grogan SW, Tyler ME, Farrar-Edwards D, Caldera KE, Sattin JA, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. Characterizing relationships of DTI, fMRI, and motor recovery in stroke rehabilitation utilizing brain-computer interface technology. Front Neuroeng. 2014 Jul 29;7:31. doi: 10.3389/fneng.2014.00031. eCollection 2014.

  • Young BM, Nigogosyan Z, Nair VA, Walton LM, Song J, Tyler ME, Edwards DF, Caldera K, Sattin JA, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. Case report: post-stroke interventional BCI rehabilitation in an individual with preexisting sensorineural disability. Front Neuroeng. 2014 Jun 24;7:18. doi: 10.3389/fneng.2014.00018. eCollection 2014.

  • Remsik AB, Williams L Jr, Gjini K, Dodd K, Thoma J, Jacobson T, Walczak M, McMillan M, Rajan S, Young BM, Nigogosyan Z, Advani H, Mohanty R, Tellapragada N, Allen J, Mazrooyisebdani M, Walton LM, van Kan PLE, Kang TJ, Sattin JA, Nair VA, Edwards DF, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. Ipsilesional Mu Rhythm Desynchronization and Changes in Motor Behavior Following Post Stroke BCI Intervention for Motor Rehabilitation. Front Neurosci. 2019 Mar 6;13:53. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2019.00053. eCollection 2019.

  • Remsik AB, Dodd K, Williams L Jr, Thoma J, Jacobson T, Allen JD, Advani H, Mohanty R, McMillan M, Rajan S, Walczak M, Young BM, Nigogosyan Z, Rivera CA, Mazrooyisebdani M, Tellapragada N, Walton LM, Gjini K, van Kan PLE, Kang TJ, Sattin JA, Nair VA, Edwards DF, Williams JC, Prabhakaran V. Behavioral Outcomes Following Brain-Computer Interface Intervention for Upper Extremity Rehabilitation in Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Front Neurosci. 2018 Nov 8;12:752. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2018.00752. eCollection 2018.

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MeSH Terms

Conditions

StrokeAneurysmIschemic Attack, Transient

Interventions

Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Cerebrovascular DisordersBrain DiseasesCentral Nervous System DiseasesNervous System DiseasesVascular DiseasesCardiovascular DiseasesBrain Ischemia

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Spectrum AnalysisChemistry Techniques, AnalyticalInvestigative Techniques

Study Officials

  • Vivek Prabhakaran, MD, PhD

    University of Wisconsin, Madison

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Radiology Studies

CONTACT

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Masking
NONE
Purpose
TREATMENT
Intervention Model
PARALLEL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

March 6, 2014

First Posted

March 27, 2014

Study Start

June 1, 2010

Primary Completion (Estimated)

June 1, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

June 1, 2026

Last Updated

May 16, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-05

Data Sharing

IPD Sharing
Will not share

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