Vagal Nerve Stimulation for Stroke Recovery

Vagal Nerve Stimulation in Enhanced Stroke Recovery: The VALOR Registry

Recruiting Observational Study
Chronic Ischemic Stroke
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
40 (estimated)
Sponsor
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults who have had a stroke and have weakness in their arms. Participants will receive Vagal Nerve Stimulation to see if it helps them recover better.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years old or older
  • I have a history of ischemic stroke
  • I have upper extremity weakness
  • I am willing to comply with the program procedures
  • I can provide a signed and dated consent form
  • I plan to undergo VNS implantation

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had adverse reactions to anesthetics
  • I am not a good candidate for surgery according to my surgeon
  • I have had prior injury to my vagus nerve
  • I have a personality disorder or psychosis
  • I have a substance abuse issue
  • I am medically or mentally unstable

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
Vagal Nerve Stimulation is a novel proven therapy for patients with chronic ischemic stroke. The primary objective of this registry is to assess the safety of vagal nerve stimulation for stroke recovery through monitoring the occurrence of serious adverse events associated with the surgical procedure or subsequent paired rehabilitation protocol. This registry will monitor patients undergoing VNS f…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Provision of signed and dated informed consent form * Stated willingness to comply with all procedures in the VNS-Enhanced Stroke Recovery Program * Aged 18 or older * History of ischemic stroke * Upper extremity weakness * Planned to undergo VNS implantation Exclusion Criter…
Contacts

Emily Svendsen

(212) 241-3238

Emily.Svendsen@mountsinai.org

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Sydney Edwards

(212) 241-2524

Sydney.Edwards@mountsinai.org

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