Understanding Motor Function in Stroke Patients and Their Functional Brain Reorganization Using Ultra High-field MRI

NCT07339813 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: CEA 100 077
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 110
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The MOTIF-STROKE study is embedded within the BrainSync project, aiming to develop innovative strategies for motor rehabilitation of the upper limb. The primary goal is to construct a high-resolution anatomo-functional disconnection atlas in a cohort of 100 stroke patients, using cutting-edge 3T and 7T MRI. Data acquisition, commencing in Fall 2025, will combine morphological (T1-weighted), functional and diffusion-weighted MRI scans to perform morphometry, functional and structural connectivity analyses with biomarkers of motor deficits. This atlas seeks to correlate connectivity with motor tasks, using dedicated task-related fMRI paradigms and digital consultation tools. The project utilizes machine learning algorithms and functional hyper-alignment to analyze fMRI data, focusing on input features and their impact on prediction accuracy. The ultimate objective is to optimize implantation of WIMAGINE neuroprostheses for the subsequent BCI4STROKE clinical trial. Expected results include identifying clinical subgroups responsive to motor intention decoding, characterizing phenotypes of functional reorganization, and making the 3D brain atlas accessible to the neuroscience community.

Conditions

Stroke

Keywords

motor disability; functionnal MRI; High-field MRI; disconnection atlas; diffusion-weighted MRI; machine learning algorithms

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Prediction accuracy of AI models for individual motor action intention

  Validation of AI model predictions based on post-processing of functional MRI signals will be performed by comparing them with observed clinical performance during intentional motor tasks. These include assessment of movement intention of the hand and foot, intended movement direction, pathological side, and healthy side.

  1 day

Study Arms (1)

Chronic-Phase Ischemic Stroke Patients and Healthy Volunteer Optimization

OTHER

Participants undergo task-based and resting-state fMRI sessions. Imaging and clinical data are collected and analyzed using artificial intelligence models.

Other: Functional MRI (fMRI) Acquisition

Interventions

Functional MRI (fMRI) Acquisition OTHER

Participants undergo task-based and resting-state fMRI sessions, including motor imagery and motor execution tasks. Brain activity and clinical data are collected for analysis.

Chronic-Phase Ischemic Stroke Patients and Healthy Volunteer Optimization

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 70 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Patients
• Persistent upper-limb motor deficit resulting from the stroke.
• Absence of significant cognitive impairment: MMSE score ≥ 27 assessed as part of clinical care.
• Age between 18 and 70 years.
• Signed informed consent after clear and fair information about the study.
• Healthy volunteers:
• Age between 18 and 70 years.
• No history of neurological or psychiatric disease.
• Signed informed consent after clear and fair information about the study.

You may not qualify if:

• Patients:
• Recurrent stroke.
• Severe aphasia or severe speech disorders preventing adequate interaction for the protocol.
• Severe auditory or visual impairment.
• Disorders of comprehension, attention, or neglect affecting understanding of study motor tasks.
• Associated conditions with an estimated life expectancy of less than 2 years.
• History of brain surgery, craniectomy, or cranioplasty.
• Other causes of motor disability.
• Alcohol consumption the day before or on the day of the examination, or use of illicit psychotropic substances within 48 hours prior to MRI.
• Absolute contraindications to MRI, including pregnancy; intracorporeal metallic foreign bodies; pacemakers; non-MRI-compatible neurostimulators; cochlear implants; implanted medical devices (electronic or non-electronic) implanted for less than 6 weeks; metallic heart valves; stents, coils, carotid or neurosurgical clips; implantable ports; infusion pumps; non-removable piercings; tattoos or permanent makeup larger than 5 cm on the head, neck, trunk, or upper limbs; transdermal devices with metallic components; intrauterine devices (except Mirena); dental appliances larger than 4 cm; or health conditions incompatible with MRI comfort and safety (e.g., acute respiratory or cardiac failure, inability to remain supine, bedridden state, claustrophobia).
• Individuals not covered by a social security system.
• Individuals under enhanced protection, including pregnant or breastfeeding women, persons deprived of liberty, legally protected adults, or patients in emergency situations.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or women of childbearing potential refusing a pregnancy test.
• Healthy volunteer:
• Absolute contraindications to MRI as listed above.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Commissariat A L'energie Atomique: lead

Study Sites (1)

NeuroSpin, CEA

Gif-sur-Yvette, Île-de-France Region, 91191, France

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Stroke

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Cerebrovascular Disorders; Brain Diseases; Central Nervous System Diseases; Nervous System Diseases; Vascular Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases

Study Officials

• Myriam Edjlali-Goujon, MD, PhD

  Commissariat A L'energie Atomique

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Wissam ZAMOUN, ARC

CONTACT

+33 01.69.08.74.60; wissam.zamoum@cea.fr

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: DIAGNOSTIC
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER GOV
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Prof.

Model Details: RIPH 2

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 5, 2026
• First Posted: January 14, 2026
• Study Start: December 10, 2025
• Primary Completion (Estimated): November 1, 2027
• Study Completion (Estimated): January 1, 2029
• Last Updated: January 14, 2026

Record last verified: 2025-12

Locations

FR (1)