Unilateral Stroke Research Study
Researchers at New York University are partnering with individuals who have had a recent unilateral stroke to learn more about struggles with eye-hand coordination after a stroke. Join our compensated study today!
Fast Facts
stroke in the last 3 months
unilateral stroke (affecting one side of the body)
18-85 years old
Compensation Provided
Conducted in NYC Metro Area
Study Background
The purpose of this project is to understand how visual problems after stroke (brain injury from interruption of blood flow in the brain) can impact eye movements, and to see if training your eye movements can improve your eye-hand coordination. We seek to characterize brain structures associated with eye-hand discoordination (mismatch) and to identify how they relate to the motor ability of the eye, the hand, and clinical measurements of functional recovery after stroke.
Many stroke survivors participating in clinical trials express a profound sense of satisfaction, knowing that their involvement contributes to improving future treatments for fellow survivors, ultimately leading to better outcomes. Those who have experienced a stroke are the true authorities on its impact on daily life.
Involving survivors ensures that the research remains pertinent and meaningful to those it aims to assist. Beyond this, active participation empowers individuals to play a role in their own healthcare, affording them early access to innovative research treatments before broader availability.
If you have had a unilateral stroke in the past 3 months, you may be eligible to participate in this study. Help advance research today and join our compensated study!
Study Background
The purpose of this project is to understand how visual problems after stroke (brain injury from interruption of blood flow in the brain) can impact eye movements, and to see if training your eye movements can improve your eye-hand coordination. We seek to characterize brain structures associated with eye-hand discoordination (mismatch) and to identify how they relate to the motor ability of the eye, the hand, and clinical measurements of functional recovery after stroke.
Many stroke survivors participating in clinical trials express a profound sense of satisfaction, knowing that their involvement contributes to improving future treatments for fellow survivors, ultimately leading to better outcomes. Those who have experienced a stroke are the true authorities on its impact on daily life.
Involving survivors ensures that the research remains pertinent and meaningful to those it aims to assist. Beyond this, active participation empowers individuals to play a role in their own healthcare, affording them early access to innovative research treatments before broader availability.
If you have had a unilateral stroke in the past 3 months, you may be eligible to participate in this study. Help advance research today and join our compensated study!
Additional Information
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Key Criteria:
- 18-85 years old
- Experienced a stroke in the last 3 months that caused weakness, numbness, or trouble moving on just one side of the body (also known as a unilateral stroke)
- No metal in the body
- Willing and able to complete all study procedures
- No other visual conditions
- No significant cognitive dysfunction
Once enrolled, this study involves 3 visits.
First visit (within 3 months after stroke): history and clinical assessments, imaging experimental session
Second visit (three months the first visit): clinical assessments and experimental session
Third visit: (six months after the first visit): clinical assessments, experimental session, and MRI brain imaging
