scholarly journals Clinical Efficacy of Acupuncture Treatment in Combination With RehaCom Cognitive Training for Improving Cognitive Function in Stroke: A 2 × 2 Factorial Design Randomized Controlled Trial

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (12) ◽  
pp. 1114-1122 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cai Jiang ◽  
Shanli Yang ◽  
Jing Tao ◽  
Jia Huang ◽  
Yinyan Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Factorial Design ◽  
Cognitive Training ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Randomized Controlled

scholarly journals Effects of different acupuncture treatment methods on post-stroke cognitive impairment: study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kai-Qi Su ◽  
Su-Tong Liu ◽  
Jie-Ying Li ◽  
Rui-Qing Li ◽  
Hui-Li Feng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cognitive Rehabilitation ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Treatment Methods ◽  
Post Stroke ◽  
Randomized Controlled

Abstract Background: Cognitive impairment is one of common dysfunctions after stroke, which seriously affects the overall recovery of patients. Cognitive rehabilitation training is currently the main treatment to improve cognitive function, but its curative effect is limited. Acupuncture is a core component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and some previous clinical studies have shown that it might be effective in treating post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI), but further evidence from large-sample studies is needed. The overall objective of this trial is to obtain further data for forming an optimized acupuncture treatment for PSCI by comparing the effects of different acupuncture treatment methods on cognitive function in PSCI patients.Methods/Design: In this multicenter, prospective, randomized controlled trial, 206 eligible stroke inpatients who meet the trial criteria will be randomly assigned to 2 groups: Electroacupuncture (EA) plus needle retaining (NR) group and EA group, both groups of patients undergo the same routine cognitive rehabilitation treatments. All treatments will be given 6 times per week for 8 weeks. The primary outcomes will be assessed using the Mini Mental State Scale (MMSE) and the Montreal Cognition Assessment Scale (MOCA). The secondary outcome will be measured by the Bathel Index (BI). All outcomes will be evaluated at baseline, week 4, week 8, and the third and sixth month after the end of treatments.Discussion: Our aim is to evaluate the effects of two different acupuncture treatment methods for treating PSCI patients. This study is expected to provide data to be used in developing an optimized acupuncture treatment method for PSCI treatment.Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR1900027849. Registered on 30 November 2019, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=46316

scholarly journals Effects of different acupuncture treatment methods on post-stroke cognitive impairment: study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kai-Qi Su ◽  
Su-Tong Liu ◽  
Jie-Ying Li ◽  
Rui-Qing Li ◽  
Hui-Li Feng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cognitive Rehabilitation ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Treatment Methods ◽  
Post Stroke ◽  
Randomized Controlled

Abstract Background: Cognitive impairment is a common dysfunction after stroke that seriously affects the overall recovery of patients. Cognitive rehabilitation training is currently the main treatment to improve cognitive function, but its curative effect is limited. Acupuncture is a core component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and some previous clinical studies have shown that it might be effective in treating post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI), but further evidence from large-sample studies is needed. The overall objective of this trial is to obtain further data to develop an optimized acupuncture treatment for PSCI by comparing the effects of different acupuncture treatment methods on cognitive function in PSCI patients.Methods/Design: In this multicenter, prospective, randomized controlled trial, 206 eligible stroke inpatients who meet the trial criteria will be randomly assigned to 2 groups: an electroacupuncture (EA) plus needle retention (NR) group and an EA group. Both groups of patients will undergo the same routine cognitive rehabilitation treatments. All treatments will be given 5 times per week for 8 weeks. The primary outcomes will be assessed using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment scale (MOCA). The secondary outcome will be measured by the Barthel Index (BI). All outcomes will be evaluated at baseline, and week 4, week 8 and at the third and sixth month after the end of treatment.Discussion: Our aim is to evaluate the effects of two different acupuncture treatment methods for treating PSCI patients. This study is expected to provide data to be used in developing an optimized acupuncture treatment method for PSCI treatment.Trial registration: Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR1900027849. Registered on 30 November 2019, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=46316

scholarly journals Evaluation of a Custom-Developed Computer Game to Improve Executive Functioning in 4- to 6-Year-Old Children Exposed to Alcohol in Utero: Protocol for a Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial

10.2196/14489 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. e14489
Author(s):  
Jacobus Gidion Louw ◽  
Leana Olivier ◽  
Sarah Skeen ◽  
Alastair van Heerden ◽  
Mark Tomlinson
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
South African ◽  
Cognitive Training ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
South African Context ◽  
Computerized Cognitive Training ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Resource Poor ◽  
African Context

Background Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is one of the most common causes of preventable intellectual disability, and the key associated deficits are in executive function (EF). Aspects of EF can be improved using cognitive training interventions. The highest prevalence of FASD globally (at a rate of 135.1 per 1000) has been found in a South African population in the Western Cape province. There is a shortage of specialized health service personnel, and there are limited remedial services. Computer-based cognitive training, if age and culturally appropriate, could be an effective way to provide the interventions with minimal need for skilled personnel and other resources. The Foundation for Alcohol Related Research has developed such a program for the South African context. Objective This protocol aimed to evaluate whether it is feasible to use computerized cognitive training in a resource-poor context to improve cognitive function in children exposed to alcohol in utero. Methods We are conducting a randomized controlled trial in the Saldanha Bay Municipal area, evaluating a custom-developed cognitive training program to improve the cognitive function of children aged between 4 and 6 years who were exposed to alcohol in the prenatal stage. Participants will be recruited from local Early Childhood Development centers. Community workers will interview biological mothers to identify alcohol-exposed pregnancies. Alcohol-exposed children will be randomized into an intervention or a control group of 40 participants each using block randomization. A group of 40 children not exposed to alcohol will be included in a normative group using individual randomization. The intervention group will play the game for 6 months (40 sessions). Normative and control groups will receive no intervention. Neurodevelopmental assessments will be done at baseline and upon completion of the study with all participants. Results The intervention has started, and all baseline assessments have been done at the time of submission. Conclusions This study will provide insight into whether computerized cognitive training is viable and effective in the South African context. It has the potential to provide a means of intervention globally and in other resource-poor context and expand the knowledge base regarding executive functioning and FASD. This paper presents the research protocol and intervention design of the study. Trial Registration ISRCTN Registry ISRCTN17244156; http://www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN17244156. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) DERR1-10.2196/14489

scholarly journals Effects of different acupuncture treatment methods on post-stroke cognitive impairment: study protocol for a multicenter randomized controlled trial

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kai-Qi Su ◽  
Su-Tong Liu ◽  
Jie-Ying Li ◽  
Rui-Qing Li ◽  
Hui-Li Feng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cognitive Rehabilitation ◽  
Acupuncture Treatment ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Treatment Methods ◽  
Post Stroke ◽  
Randomized Controlled

Abstract Background Cognitive impairment is a common dysfunction after stroke that seriously affects the overall recovery of patients. Cognitive rehabilitation training is currently the main treatment to improve cognitive function, but its curative effect is limited. Acupuncture is a core component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and some previous clinical studies have shown that it might be effective in treating post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI), but further evidence from large-sample studies is needed. The overall objective of this trial is to obtain further data to develop an optimized acupuncture treatment for PSCI by comparing the effects of different acupuncture treatment methods on cognitive function in PSCI patients. Methods/design In this multicenter, prospective, randomized controlled trial, 206 eligible stroke inpatients who meet the trial criteria will be randomly assigned to 2 groups: an electroacupuncture (EA) plus needle retention (NR) group and an EA group. Both groups of patients will undergo the same routine cognitive rehabilitation treatments. All treatments will be given 5 times per week for 8 weeks. The primary outcomes will be assessed using the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment scale (MOCA). The secondary outcome will be measured by the Barthel Index (BI). All outcomes will be evaluated at baseline, week 4, week 8, and the third and sixth month after the end of treatment. Discussion Our aim is to evaluate the effects of two different acupuncture treatment methods for treating PSCI patients. This study is expected to provide data to be used in developing an optimized acupuncture treatment method for PSCI treatment. Trial registration Chinese Clinical Trial Registry ChiCTR1900027849. Registered on 30 November 2019, http://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=46316

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