Efficacy and Sustainability of a Carepartner-Integrated Telerehabilitation Program for Persons With Stroke

Launched by EMORY UNIVERSITY · Oct 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at a new online program designed to help both stroke survivors and their family members or caregivers work together during rehabilitation. The program, called CARE-CITE, focuses on teaching caregivers problem-solving skills while supporting stroke survivors as they practice daily activities at home. The goal is to create a more effective and supportive rehabilitation process that benefits both the person recovering from a stroke and their caregiver.

To participate in this study, caregivers must be at least 18 years old, live with the stroke survivor, and be able to read and write in English. Stroke survivors need to be over 18, between 3 months and 2 years after their stroke, and should be able to perform some basic movements with their arms and hands. Both caregivers and stroke survivors must have a good understanding of their surroundings, as indicated by a cognitive test score. Participants can expect to engage in the program together, which aims to enhance their skills and support each other on the path to recovery.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• CarePartners (CP):
• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Must be at least18 years old,
• • Able to read and write English,
• • Mini-mental test score greater than 24
• • Individuals who are a spouse/partner or family member dwelling in the same household and self-identify as the primary caregiver of the SS.
• Stroke Survivors (SS):
• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Must be at least18 years old
• • More than 3 months and less than 2yrs post-ischemic or hemorrhagic event
• • Discharged home from the hospital with minimal to moderate UE deficits (can actively initiate 20 degrees of wrist and 10 degrees of finger extension)
• • Mini-mental test greater than 24
• • No physician determined medical problems that would limit participation,
• • Must have CP living in the home
• Exclusion Criteria for CP and SS:
• • Significant cognitive deficits