Medicine and exercise for tiredness after stroke
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a medicine called modafinil, which helps with sleepiness, plus a guided exercise program can reduce the severe tiredness many people feel after a stroke. If you join, you'll take the medicine or a placebo and take part in exercise sessions to see if it improves your energy.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You had a stroke more than 3 months ago.
- Your stroke caused lasting tiredness that limits your daily life.
- You can join in moderate exercise for about an hour with little help.
- You are not already taking stimulant drugs or a structured exercise program.
- You do not have severe depression or other conditions that would make the study unsafe.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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