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NCT07491861 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Emotional Recovery After Stroke

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NCT ID NCT07491861
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor HealthPartners Institute
Condition Chronic Stroke Patients
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 30 participants
Start Date 2026-04
Primary Completion 2026-12

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2026-04 with a primary completion date of 2026-12.

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Brief Summary

The goal of this pilot study is to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on interoception (your understanding of your body's internal senses), emotional well-being, and whole person health. A total of 30 people with chronic stroke will be enrolled in this study to participate in an MBSR course, consisting of a 30-minute intake visit, 8 sessions lasting 2.5 hours plus a 1-day 7-hour retreat. Participants will be randomized into either the first MBSR course (immediate start) or the second MBSR course (delayed start/waitlist control).

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Ability to consent to study participation * Age 18+ * Diagnosis of stroke ≥6 months prior to enrollment * A score of 5 or more on the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K6) * Reliable and consistent internet access and a device with video conferencing (e.g. Zoom) capabilities (e.g., smart phone, tablet, or laptop/computer) for the duration of the study * Able to attend an 8-week mindfulness course on Friday afternoons, starting approximately in mid-May or mid-July Exclusion Criteria: * Non-English speaking * Prior completion of an MBSR course * Active participation or past participation ≤3 months in any other interventional research study * History of any serious/uncontrolled neurological, psychiatric, or substance use disorder that would impact study participation * Any other clinically relevant finding that would pose a safety risk to the subject as determined by the investigator

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Meghan O'Brien, MPH

✉ Meghan.E.Obrien@HealthPartners.com

📞 651-495-6363

Principal Investigator

Amanda Herrmann, PhD

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

HealthPartners Institute

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07491861 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Chronic Stroke Patients. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT07491861 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07491861 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at Meghan.E.Obrien@HealthPartners.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07491861 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Saint Paul, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07491861 clinical trial?

NCT07491861 is sponsored by HealthPartners Institute. The principal investigator is Amanda Herrmann, PhD at HealthPartners Institute. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.

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