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Effects of Dualsite Anodic tDCS on Lower Limbs Function in Patients After Stroke: Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Crossover Trial

21 de abril de 2022 atualizado por: Suellen Marinho Andrade, Federal University of Paraíba

Effects of Dualsite Anodic tDCS on Lower Limbs Function in Patients After Stroke

It is currently known that Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) can modulate cortical activity, being considered an important resource in the treatment of sequelae resulting from stroke. However, evidence of the effects of tDCS on lower limb motor recovery after stroke remains scarce and inconclusive. Furthermore, little is known about the effects of dualsite tDCS in chronic patients. Therefore, the present study seeks to compare the effects of conventional anodic tDCS (M1) with double-site/dualsite anodic tDCS (M1 + DLPFC) and simulated tDCS on lower limb motor function in patients after ischemic stroke in a chronic stage. The study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover clinical trial with subjects after stroke. After recruitment and initial screening, participants will be randomized into three groups: G1: anodic tDCS - participants who will receive real current over the primary motor area; G2: dualsite tDCS - participants who will receive real current over the primary motor area and dorsolateral prefrontal area (DLPFC) and G3: simulated tDCS - participants who will receive simulated stimulation. Participants will receive 10 tDCS sessions, for 20 minutes, associated with a physical therapy protocol based on a dual motor and cognitive task, on alternate days (3 times a week). In each phase of the study, pre- and post-intervention evaluations will be carried out, the evaluated outcomes will be: motor function (Fugl-Meyer Scale), functional connectivity (EEG), quality of life (EQ-5D), level of functional disability ( Rankin Scale), static balance (Biodex Balance System) and cognitive function (MoCA). Statistical analyzes will be performed using SPSS software (Version 20.0) and MATLAB 9.2.0 with a significance level of p <0.05.

Visão geral do estudo

Descrição detalhada

Participants will be divided into 03 groups: G1: anodic tDCS - participants who will receive real current over the primary motor area; G2: dualsite tDCS - participants who will receive real current over the primary motor area and over the dorsolateral prefrontal area (DLPFC) and G3: simulated tDCS - participants who will receive simulated stimulation. Participants will be entered into the study through the eligibility criteria and will be randomly allocated, with block exchange at a rate of 1:1:1.

In each phase of the study, participants will receive 10 tDCS sessions, for 20 minutes, on alternate days (3 times a week, excluding weekends). The TCT-Research neurostimulator will be used for stimulation. The electrodes will be positioned according to the 10-20 international electroencephalogram classification system. Electrodes wrapped in sponges, moistened with saline solution (0.9% NaCl) will be used. The applied current will be 2mA (5x5 cm active electrodes; 25 cm2; current density of 0.08 mA/cm2).

For group 1 (anodic tDCS) the anodic electrode (5x5 cm) will be applied to the primary motor area (C3/C4) ipsilateral to the lesion and the reference electrode (6x9 cm) to the deltoid muscle region. In group 2 (dualsite tDCS) two active electrodes (5x5 cm) will be used, which will be positioned over the primary motor area (C3/C4) and over the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3 or F4) in the ipsilateral hemisphere. For this stimulation modality, two active electrodes (anodic) and a reference electrode (6x9 cm) will be used on the deltoid muscle region.

For group 3 (simulated tDCS) the positioning of the electrodes will be the same as for group 1, however the device will be configured in sham mode in which the current will cease 30 seconds after the start of stimulation, in this way the effects of active stimulation will be simulated and the participants will perceive the sensations typically felt, but without the induction of clinical effects (Nitsche & Paulus, 2000). At the end of each session, participants will be asked to report any unpleasant effects and asked about possible adverse effects. In addition, all participants will be blind to the type of stimulation they will receive.

Tipo de estudo

Intervencional

Inscrição (Antecipado)

40

Estágio

  • Não aplicável

Contactos e Locais

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Contato de estudo

Locais de estudo

    • Paraíba
      • João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brasil, 58051-900
        • Recrutamento
        • Federal University of Paraíba,Department of Psychology

Critérios de participação

Os pesquisadores procuram pessoas que se encaixem em uma determinada descrição, chamada de critérios de elegibilidade. Alguns exemplos desses critérios são a condição geral de saúde de uma pessoa ou tratamentos anteriores.

Critérios de elegibilidade

Idades elegíveis para estudo

18 anos a 90 anos (Adulto, Adulto mais velho)

Aceita Voluntários Saudáveis

Não

Gêneros Elegíveis para o Estudo

Tudo

Descrição

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Single episode of unilateral, ischemic stroke in middle cerebral artery proven by means of magnetic resonance imaging or computed tomography.
  • Classification of brain injury based on the criteria: Oxfordshire Community Stroke Project (OCSP) or Trial of Org 10172 in Acute Stroke Treatment (TOAST);
  • Patients in the chronic stage (after six months after the injury)
  • Individuals over 18 years of age;
  • Both sexes;
  • Absence of mental disorders, assessed using the Self Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-20), with a cut-off point of 7/8 points.
  • Absence of cognitive deficits, assessed using the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE> 24).
  • Patients with mild to moderate degree of injury severity (NIHHS <17 points).

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients with other associated pathologies that can influence motor activity (example: traumatic brain injury, brain tumor);

    •- Participants unable to complete the initial assessment due to severe aphasia (Token Test <17);

  • habitual use of drugs or alcohol;
  • Use of drugs that modulate the activity of the Central Nervous System;
  • Gestation;
  • Use of metallic / electronic implants and / or cardiac pacemakers;

Plano de estudo

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Como o estudo é projetado?

Detalhes do projeto

  • Finalidade Principal: Tratamento
  • Alocação: Randomizado
  • Modelo Intervencional: Atribuição cruzada
  • Mascaramento: Triplo

Armas e Intervenções

Grupo de Participantes / Braço
Intervenção / Tratamento
Comparador Ativo: Group 1 - anodal tDCS

Participants will receive 10 tDCS sessions, for 20 minutes, on days alternate (3 times a week).

The neurostimulator TCT-Research will be used for stimulation. The electrodes will be positioned according to the international classification system of the electroencephalogram 10/20. For group 1 (anodic tDCS) the anodic electrode (5x5 cm) will be applied to the primary motor area (C3/C4) ipsilateral to the lesion and the reference electrode (6x9 cm) to the deltoid muscle region.

Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

tDCS dualsite 837 / 5.000 Resultados de tradução Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training, which will include: (1) walking repeating phrases spoken by the researcher; (2) walking counting numbers in ascending order; (3) walk while counting the numbers in descending order; (4) walking during the execution of a string of words; (5) Walking while listening to a list of fruits and saying "YES" when hearing the word "strawberry" and (6) walking reciting a phrase backwards. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

The tasks will be performed performing forward, side and back march. Subjects will be instructed to focus on both tasks. The training will have a total duration of 20 minutes in each session.

Outros nomes:
  • tDCS dualsite

tDCS sham 837 / 5.000 Resultados de tradução Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training, which will include: (1) walking repeating phrases spoken by the researcher; (2) walking counting numbers in ascending order; (3) walk while counting the numbers in descending order; (4) walking during the execution of a string of words; (5) Walking while listening to a list of fruits and saying "YES" when hearing the word "strawberry" and (6) walking reciting a phrase backwards. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

The tasks will be performed performing forward, side and back march. Subjects will be instructed to focus on both tasks. The training will have a total duration of 20 minutes in each session.

Outros nomes:
  • tDCS farsa
Comparador Ativo: Group 2 - tDCS dualsite

Participants will receive 10 tDCS sessions, for 20 minutes, on days alternate (3 times a week).

The neurostimulator TCT-Research will be used for stimulation. The electrodes will be positioned according to the international classification system of the electroencephalogram 10/20. In group 2 (dualsite tDCS) two active electrodes (5x5 cm) will be used, which will be positioned over the primary motor area (C3/C4) and over the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (F3 or F4) in the ipsilateral hemisphere. For this stimulation modality, two active electrodes (anodic) and a reference electrode (6x9 cm) will be used on the deltoid muscle region.

Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

tDCS sham 837 / 5.000 Resultados de tradução Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training, which will include: (1) walking repeating phrases spoken by the researcher; (2) walking counting numbers in ascending order; (3) walk while counting the numbers in descending order; (4) walking during the execution of a string of words; (5) Walking while listening to a list of fruits and saying "YES" when hearing the word "strawberry" and (6) walking reciting a phrase backwards. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

The tasks will be performed performing forward, side and back march. Subjects will be instructed to focus on both tasks. The training will have a total duration of 20 minutes in each session.

Outros nomes:
  • tDCS farsa

anodal tDCS 837 / 5.000 Resultados de tradução Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training, which will include: (1) walking repeating phrases spoken by the researcher; (2) walking counting numbers in ascending order; (3) walk while counting the numbers in descending order; (4) walking during the execution of a string of words; (5) Walking while listening to a list of fruits and saying "YES" when hearing the word "strawberry" and (6) walking reciting a phrase backwards. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

The tasks will be performed performing forward, side and back march. Subjects will be instructed to focus on both tasks. The training will have a total duration of 20 minutes in each session.

Outros nomes:
  • tDCS anódico
Comparador de Placebo: Group 3 - tDCS sham

Participants will receive 10 tDCS sessions, for 20 minutes, on days alternate (3 times a week).

The neurostimulator TCT-Research will be used for stimulation. The electrodes will be positioned according to the international classification system of the electroencephalogram 10/20. For group 3 (simulated tDCS) the positioning of the electrodes will be the same as for group 1, however the device will be configured in sham mode in which the current will cease 30 seconds after the start of stimulation.

Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

tDCS dualsite 837 / 5.000 Resultados de tradução Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training, which will include: (1) walking repeating phrases spoken by the researcher; (2) walking counting numbers in ascending order; (3) walk while counting the numbers in descending order; (4) walking during the execution of a string of words; (5) Walking while listening to a list of fruits and saying "YES" when hearing the word "strawberry" and (6) walking reciting a phrase backwards. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

The tasks will be performed performing forward, side and back march. Subjects will be instructed to focus on both tasks. The training will have a total duration of 20 minutes in each session.

Outros nomes:
  • tDCS dualsite

anodal tDCS 837 / 5.000 Resultados de tradução Simultaneously with the tDCS sessions, participants will be submitted to a physical therapy protocol based on motor and cognitive dual-task training, which will include: (1) walking repeating phrases spoken by the researcher; (2) walking counting numbers in ascending order; (3) walk while counting the numbers in descending order; (4) walking during the execution of a string of words; (5) Walking while listening to a list of fruits and saying "YES" when hearing the word "strawberry" and (6) walking reciting a phrase backwards. Each task will have a duration of 3 minutes, followed by a rest period of 30s.

The tasks will be performed performing forward, side and back march. Subjects will be instructed to focus on both tasks. The training will have a total duration of 20 minutes in each session.

Outros nomes:
  • tDCS anódico

O que o estudo está medindo?

Medidas de resultados primários

Medida de resultado
Descrição da medida
Prazo
Fugl-Meyer assessment (FMA) pre-intervention (T0)
Prazo: The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0)
Fugl-Meyer assessment (FMA) for lower limbs pre-intervention (T0)
The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0)
Fugl-Meyer assessment (FMA) after the stimulation protocol (T1)
Prazo: The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Fugl-Meyer assessment (FMA) for lower limbs after the stimulation protocol (T1)
The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.

Medidas de resultados secundários

Medida de resultado
Descrição da medida
Prazo
Functional connectivity (EEG) pre-intervention (T0)
Prazo: The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0)
The functional connectivity of the target network will be assessed, through the acquisition of the EEG
The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0)
Functional connectivity (EEG) after the stimulation protocol (T1)
Prazo: The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
The functional connectivity of the target network will be assessed, through the acquisition of the EEG
The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
EQ-5D (T0)
Prazo: The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0).
Quality of life. Presenting a final score from 0 to 100, where 0 corresponds to the worst general state of health and 100 the best state of health.
The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0).
EQ-5D (T1)
Prazo: The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Quality of life.Presenting a final score from 0 to 100, where 0 corresponds to the worst general state of health and 100 the best state of health.
The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Modified Rankin Scale pre-intervention (T0)
Prazo: The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0).

Functional disability. The score on the Rankin scale ranges from 0 to 6, in order to assess the patient's neurological condition, in which the higher the value, the worse the condition.

0 - No symptoms

  1. - No significant disabilities
  2. - Mild disability
  3. - Moderate disability
  4. - Moderate-severe disability
  5. - Severe disability
  6. - Death
The evaluations will be carried out in pre-intervention (T0).
Modified Rankin Scale after the stimulation protocol (T1)
Prazo: The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.

Functional disability. The score on the Rankin scale ranges from 0 to 6, in order to assess the patient's neurological condition, in which the higher the value, the worse the condition.

0 - No symptoms

  1. - No significant disabilities
  2. - Mild disability
  3. - Moderate disability
  4. - Moderate-severe disability
  5. - Severe disability
  6. - Death
The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Balance
Prazo: The T0 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Biodex Balance System (BBS)
The T0 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Balance
Prazo: The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Biodex Balance System (BBS)
The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
MoCA
Prazo: The T0 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Cognitive function
The T0 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
MoCA
Prazo: The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.
Cognitive function
The T1 assessment will be performed up to one week after the stimulation protocol is completed.

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Datas Principais do Estudo

Início do estudo (Real)

10 de março de 2022

Conclusão Primária (Antecipado)

24 de dezembro de 2022

Conclusão do estudo (Antecipado)

24 de dezembro de 2022

Datas de inscrição no estudo

Enviado pela primeira vez

24 de março de 2021

Enviado pela primeira vez que atendeu aos critérios de CQ

14 de abril de 2021

Primeira postagem (Real)

20 de abril de 2021

Atualizações de registro de estudo

Última Atualização Postada (Real)

28 de abril de 2022

Última atualização enviada que atendeu aos critérios de controle de qualidade

21 de abril de 2022

Última verificação

1 de abril de 2022

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