Clinical trial for Epilepsy
Official title Readiness Brain Operation Optimization Training (ReBOOT) for Epilepsy Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05992402
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if the education program can reduce or help with any decline in thinking skills after epilepsy surgery.
- Who it's for
- It is for adults who have epilepsy and are scheduled for brain surgery.
- What's involved
- Participants will have 2 one‑on‑one virtual sessions and 4 group virtual sessions over 5‑6 weeks before surgery, and will complete online surveys during the study and up to 12 months after surgery.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts about 5‑6 weeks before surgery, with follow‑up surveys for up to a year after the operation.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 60
You may be able to join if
- Adults, aged 18-60 years old, with diagnosed epilepsy who have been confirmed as an appropriate surgical candidate by their epileptologist
- Able to independently provide informed consent
- Fluent in English
- Reading abilities at or above 8th grade level as determined by the Wide Range Achievement Test- 4th Edition (WRAT-4), Reading subtest.
- Internet access and the ability to participate in online video streaming
You likely can't join if
- Any patient that has engaged in any form of cognitive rehabilitation/intervention within the last 6 months
- Ongoing litigation related to the cause of epilepsy, unless litigation is related to short term or long-term disability application.
- Undergoing intensive medical treatment for serious or life-threatening illness (e.g., chemotherapy, etc.) that would impact study participation.
- Serious psychiatric condition that could interfere with participation, such as schizophrenia, active psychosis, active mania, and current suicidal...
- Significant hearing and/or vision loss that would preclude them from participating in remote cognitive testing and engaging in the cognitive...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adults, aged 18-60 years old, with diagnosed epilepsy who have been confirmed as an appropriate surgical candidate by their epileptologist
- Able to independently provide informed consent
- Fluent in English
- Reading abilities at or above 8th grade level as determined by the Wide Range Achievement Test- 4th Edition (WRAT-4), Reading subtest.
- Internet access and the ability to participate in online video streaming
- No history of resective or ablative neurosurgery, but this does not include neuromodulation therapies for epilepsy (e.g., RNS, VNS, DBS)
- Willing and able to participate in cognitive intervention
- Any patient that has engaged in any form of cognitive rehabilitation/intervention within the last 6 months
- Ongoing litigation related to the cause of epilepsy, unless litigation is related to short term or long-term disability application.
- Undergoing intensive medical treatment for serious or life-threatening illness (e.g., chemotherapy, etc.) that would impact study participation.
- Serious psychiatric condition that could interfere with participation, such as schizophrenia, active psychosis, active mania, and current suicidal ideation.
- Significant hearing and/or vision loss that would preclude them from participating in remote cognitive testing and engaging in the cognitive intervention.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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