Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Thinking and Brain Blood Flow After Stroke
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This trial tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve (a nerve in your neck) can help improve thinking skills and blood flow to the brain in people who had a stroke 6–12 months ago. Researchers believe this stimulation might help your brain recover better.
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Who can take part
- You had an ischemic stroke (caused by a blood clot, not bleeding) 6–12 months ago
- You are between 50 and 60 years old
- You have mild memory or thinking problems but are not severely impaired
- You have some muscle stiffness (spasticity) in your arms or legs from the stroke
- You can read and write and communicate clearly without serious vision, hearing, or speech problems
- Your blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar are well-controlled with medication
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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