Pupil-Indexed Noninvasive Neuromodulation

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Paresis
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.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 75
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
110 (estimated)
Sponsor
VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
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About This Trial
Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is thought to activate neural pathways that release chemicals which promote plasticity and learning. Previous work has shown that the auricular branch of the vagus nerve innervates landmarks on the external ear. Work from the PI's laboratory has shown that electrical current applied to the external ear modulates physiological indexes of brain states implicated in the …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: ALL PROSPECTIVE SUBJECTS: 1. 18-75 years of age PROSPECTIVE SUBJECTS DIAGNOSED WITH STROKE: 2. Diagnosis of a single stroke resulting in hand impairment 3. Diagnosis of stroke at least six months prior to the time of participation Exclusion Criteria: ALL PROSPECTIVE SUBJE…
Contacts

Michael A Urbin, PhD

(412) 688-6000

Michael.Urbin@va.gov

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