Neuromodulation and Dynamic Balance in Stroke

Description

Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS) is non-invasive stimulation device placed on the tongue to stimulate those brain regions understood to be important for maintaining balance. This research study aims to collect evidence that PoNS therapy along with balance training improves postural and walking stability post-stroke.

Conditions

Stroke

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Study overview

Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS) is non-invasive stimulation device placed on the tongue to stimulate those brain regions understood to be important for maintaining balance. This research study aims to collect evidence that PoNS therapy along with balance training improves postural and walking stability post-stroke.

Cranial-nerve Non-invasive Neuromodulation and Dynamic Balance in Chronic Stroke Survivors

Neuromodulation and Dynamic Balance in Stroke

Condition
Stroke
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Charleston

Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29425

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * At least six months since the onset of Ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke.
  • * Demonstrate residual paresis in the lower extremity (Fugl-Mayer lower extremity score \< 34).
  • * Are able to provide informed consent demonstrated by their ability to weigh the consequences of participating versus not participating in the study.
  • * Can walk at least 10 feet with and without assistive device.
  • * Functional Gait Assessment score \<22.
  • * Pre-existing neurological disorders.
  • * Previous stroke affecting the other hemisphere .
  • * Severe arthritis or orthopedic problems that limit passive range of motion.
  • * Areas of recent bleeding or open wounds.
  • * Lack normal sensation on the tongue.
  • * Received treatment for cancer within the past year.
  • * Non-removable metal orthodontic devices.
  • * Oral health problems.
  • * Are sensitive to nickel, gold or copper.
  • * Chronic infectious diseases.
  • * Are pregnant.
  • * Have dementia

Ages Eligible for Study

22 Years to 85 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

Medical University of South Carolina,

Steven Kautz, PhD, STUDY_CHAIR, Medical University of South Carolina

Study Record Dates

2025-07-31