Far Infrared Irradiation for Stroke Rehabilitation

Stroke Clinical Trial

Official title: Phase 1 Study to Determine the Efficacy of Using Far Infrared Radiation for Stroke Rehabilitation

Status Active, not recruiting

Clinical Trial Summary

A stroke is a sudden loss of brain function. It is caused by the interruption of flow of blood to the brain (ischemic stroke) or the rupture of blood vessels in the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). This study will investigate the use of far infrared radiation for stroke rehabilitation.

Clinical Trial Description

A stroke is a sudden loss of brain function. The interruption of blood flow or the rupture of blood vessels causes brain cells (neurons) in the affected area to die. The effects of a stroke depend on where the brain was injured, as well as how much damage occurred. A stroke can impact any number of areas including your ability to move, see, remember, speak, reason and read and write.

It is hereby postulated that irradiation using far infrared, with wavelength between 5 to 20 microns, of the central nervous system, the endocrine system and the whole body could prevent, control, manage or possibly lead to complete rehabilitation of people with stroke. ;

Study Design

Allocation: Non-Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Treatment

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Stroke

• NCT number: NCT00675155
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: GAAD Medical Research Institute Inc.
• Status: Active, not recruiting
• Phase: Phase 1
• Start date: May 2008
• Completion date: June 2010