The purpose of this study is to investigate how reading can be improved after a left-brain stroke. The findings of this study may help to develop new methods for diagnosis and treatment of reading problems after stroke.
Actively Recruiting
Yes
Inpatient Study
No
Duration
2 testing sessions (120-180 minutes per visit), 10 homework sessions (30 minutes per visit), and 3 fMRI scans, 1 per week for 3 weeks (90 minutes per visit).
Inclusion Criteria
For stroke survivors:
- Fluent & literate in English (before stroke)
- 18-80 years of age
- Stroke within the last 3 months
- Have reading deficits, as defined by a test
For healthy controls:
- No history of strokes
- Fluent & literate in English
- 18-80 years of age
MRI Study
Yes
Compensation
Participants will receive up to $225 ($75 per scan).
IRB Number
R-1147-21
Research Center
Contact Person
Phone
973.324.3564
Email
Lead Investigator
Staff Involved
Location
1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ
