FOA on Sit to Stand in Individuals Post Chronic Stroke (NCT07460804) | Clinical Trial Compass
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FOA on Sit to Stand in Individuals Post Chronic Stroke
United States20 participantsStarted 2025-03-26
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to fill some gaps in the literature by examining the effects of focus of attention on motor learning and motor performance of sit to stand in individuals post chronic stroke. This study will investigate whether an internal or external focus of attention can lead to improved use of the affected lower extremity during the sit to stand transition, while maintaining an upright trunk position. More specifically, the study has two purposes. The first is to determine whether an external or internal focus of attention would lead to better motor learning of sit to stand. This is measured by retention testing and transfer of the task to changes in affected lower extremity weight bearing during gait. The second purpose of this study is to investigate whether an internal or external focus of attention affects the performance of sit to stands during training.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Stroke \>6 months
* Mild to moderate stroke (NIHSS scores 0-15)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Unable to perform sit to stand from a standard height 20" chair without physical assistance
* Unable to walk 20 feet with or without an assistive device at a contact guard to independent level
* Individuals with severe cognitive impairment (\<10/30 on the Montreal Cognitive assessment)
* Contraversive pushing (\> 1 on the Scale for Contraversive Pushing)
* Neglect as evidenced by \<44/54 on the star cancellation test
* Any orthopedic conditions that impact their ability to transition from sit to stand will be excluded from the study.
* Any other neurologic conditions that impact their ability to transition from sit to stand will be excluded from the study.
* Minors, prisoners, pregnant women will also be excluded.
* Non English speaking individuals due to lack of interpretation resources.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Center of pressure under their feet
Timeframe: Baseline
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Center of pressure under their feet
Timeframe: Acquisition (one 1 hour training)
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Center of pressure under their feet
Timeframe: Immediate Post (5 minutes after acquisition training)
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Center of pressure under their feet
Timeframe: Long term (one hour after acquisition/training)
5
Trunk alignment
Timeframe: Baseline
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Trunk alignment
Timeframe: Acquisition (one 1 hour training)
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Trunk alignment
Timeframe: Immediate Post (5 minutes after acquisition training)