Virtual reality brain training for recent stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether doing brain-training exercises in a virtual reality (VR) headset can help people who recently had a stroke improve their thinking and memory. You would do fun, game-like activities that may help your brain recover.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 59 years old
- You had your first stroke 2 to 4 months ago
- You have mild or moderate trouble with memory or thinking (but not severe)
- You can use your hand to hold and operate a game-style controller
- You can see well enough to watch a screen without eye strain
- You are willing to take part and follow the exercises
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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