Epilepsy study: Acute Exercise
Official title EXercise-induced PhysioLogical Adaptations In Neurological Disorders
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07883720
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out how fitness levels and brain health change after one session of exercise in people with neurological diseases compared to healthy people.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for adults with conditions like epilepsy, Parkinson's, or dementia, as well as healthy volunteers.
- What's involved
- Participants will ride a stationary bike for a standardized test and have a brain scan, blood draw, and heart rate checks before and after the workout.
- Time commitment
- The study takes place during a single one-day visit.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- 18 years or older
- Clinical diagnosis of one of the following neurological diseases: epilepsy, functional neurological disorder, mild cognitive impairment, dementia...
- No diagnosis of neurological disease [for healthy control participants]
You likely can't join if
- Non-english speaking individuals
- Exercise contraindications (e.g., physical impairments limiting use of bicycle ergometer, acute infections, severe heart disease, uncontrolled...
- Current use of medications for cardiac rhythm or rate control
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contraindications (e.g., electrical implants, ferromagnetic implants or objects, pregnancy)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, 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 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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