Naps and Motor Learning for Stroke Survivors
The Beneficial Effects of Naps on Motor Learning
Recruiting
Observational Study
Stroke
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 80
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 199 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults aged 18 and older who have had a stroke at least six months ago or healthy individuals between 18-35 and 50-80 years old. Participants will take part in tests to help researchers understand how naps might help with learning new motor skills.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am at least 18 years old.
- I have had a stroke that affected my upper body.
- I can perform study tasks.
- I speak English.
You may not be able to join if
- I am currently pregnant.
- I have had a large stroke in the brainstem or cerebellum.
- I have a severe neurological disorder other than stroke.
- I have uncontrolled heart, lung, kidney, or other serious disorders.
- I cannot have an MRI or MEG.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Background:
Memory consolidation is the process by which memories become stable, long-term representations in the brain. Consolidation of a motor skill is dependent upon sleep. Some research shows that daytime naps improve people s motor performance and memory retention. Researchers want to find out how daytime naps may contribute to learning and support consolidation of motor skill memories.
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Eligibility Criteria
* HEALTHY VOLUNTEERS:
INCLUSION CRITERIA:
* Age 18-35 (Arm 1) or 50-80 (Arms 2).
* English speaking.
* Clear right-hand dominance (\>74 on Edinburgh Handedness Inventory).
* Normal neurological examination as determined by the screening clinician.
EXCLUSION CRITERIA:
* HCPS affiliated NIH staff …
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