Clinical trials
Gait clinical trials
Below are recruiting gait clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 335 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05945212Recruiting
Vibration therapy to help leg recovery after subacute stroke
This study tests whether a program using local vibrations on the muscles in the front of your ankle can improve leg nerve and movement recovery after stroke. It may help people who have weak ankle lifting during the weeks to months after stroke.
Le Chambon-FeugerollesAges 18–80 - NCT05921175Recruiting
Stimulation and robotic walking training for incomplete spinal injuries
This trial tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the spinal area plus robotic gait training can improve walking function in people with a traumatic spinal cord injury who are not walking independently. It’s meant for people with incomplete injuries where some nerve signals still work, and who can safely use the robotic exoskeleton.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 21–65 - NCT05899153Recruiting
Gait training with feedback for children with cerebral palsy
This trial tests whether walking practice with real-time feedback (“biofeedback”) can improve how people with cerebral palsy move their legs. It’s designed to help with safer, more efficient walking during treadmill training.
Saint Paul, MinnesotaAges 7–18 - NCT05893186RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing DBS settings for walking and balance in Parkinson’s
This early-phase study looks at whether adjusting deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve posture, walking, and balance in people with Parkinson’s disease. If you already have DBS in place, the trial uses computer-based planning to try different DBS directions and settings to see what helps you most.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–89 - NCT05886725Recruiting
At-home walking test to help recovery after major surgery
This study looks at how a simple at-home walking pattern test, done before and after major surgery, relates to how older adults recover. It may help doctors better understand recovery and possibly tailor support after surgery.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 60 years+ - NCT04908423RecruitingPhase 4
Xeomin to improve walking after stroke
This trial tests Xeomin (a type of botulinum toxin) to improve walking and leg mobility after stroke-related muscle stiffness. It’s for people who have spasticity (tight, stiff muscles) that affects how they clear their toes during walking.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18–79 - NCT05857696Recruiting
Spinal Stimulation to Improve Walking in Chronic Back and Leg Pain
This pilot study tests whether a special spinal cord stimulator—a small device that sends gentle electrical signals to your spinal cord—can help you walk better if you have ongoing nerve pain in your lower back and leg after spine surgery. The goal is to reduce pain and improve your ability to move around.
NiceAges 18–70 - NCT05818189Recruiting
Study walking brain signals in Parkinson’s with medication and cues
This study measures brain activity while you walk using a noninvasive light sensor setup. Researchers want to see how Parkinson’s medication and simple “walking cues” change balance and brain signals.
Portland, OregonAges 45–85 - NCT05763732Recruiting
Testing how brain stimulation affects walking in Parkinson’s
This trial looks at how turning on and using a specific Parkinson’s brain stimulator affects your walking. It may help doctors understand what changes in gait (walking) can happen with this device and settings.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–89 - NCT05484570Recruiting
Study of how rare DNA repair disorders affect the body over time
This natural history study follows people with specific DNA repair disorders to better understand symptoms and how they change over time. It may help researchers plan future treatments by mapping what complications to expect and when.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 6 months+ - NCT05187650Recruiting
Powered exoskeleton plus electrical stimulation for incomplete spinal cord injury
This trial tests whether a powered walking exoskeleton together with electrical muscle stimulation (FES) can improve walking and movement in people with long-term, incomplete spinal cord injury. It may help you stand and walk more safely and effectively than standard care alone.
Nottwil, Canton of LucerneAges 18 years+ - NCT05273125Recruiting
Testing mobility and thinking in people with mild cognitive problems
This study looks at how well people with mild cognitive problems can think and move, using brief learning/thinking tests and a walking task. It may help researchers understand changes early enough to guide future care.
LilleAges 65 years+ - NCT05284006Recruiting
Non-invasive tests for Morquio A
This trial studies Morquio A (MPS IVA) using non-invasive ways to measure how the body is working, and to better understand why the condition happens. If you have Morquio A, this may help researchers learn more and improve care.
Wilmington, DelawareAges Any age - NCT05154253RecruitingPhase 1
Improving ankle push-off in children with cerebral palsy
This early (Phase 1) study tests a way to improve how well the ankle muscles help you push off when walking in cerebral palsy. If the ankle function improves, it may lead to a more comfortable and safer walking pattern.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 8–21 - NCT04800484Recruiting
Test how different AFO heel height and stiffness affect walking
This study looks at how changing the heel height and stiffness of an AFO (a brace you wear on your lower leg/foot) changes your walking pattern. The goal is to learn which brace settings may improve comfort and walking.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–70 - NCT04934787Recruiting
Balance-feedback ankle rehab after stroke
This trial tests an ankle-foot exercise and training program that gives you balance feedback to improve walking after stroke. It may help reduce foot drop and improve balance and safe walking.
Hong KongAges 18–70 - NCT04840017Enrolling by invitation
Rehab program for balance and walking in flexible flatfeet
This trial tests whether a rehabilitation exercise program can improve balance and walking in children who have flexible flatfeet. The goal is to see if targeted rehab improves posture, stability, and gait (how your child walks).
GdanskAges 7–12 - NCT04822558Recruiting
3D foot scan after reconstructive ankle and foot surgery
This trial tests whether a detailed 3D foot model (made from measurements/scans) can better predict outcomes after certain reconstructive ankle and foot surgeries. You may be able to join if you’re already scheduled for one of these surgeries and can meet walking and measurement requirements.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT04720365Recruiting
Home video game rehab to help Parkinson’s walking and balance
This trial tests whether a serious (therapeutic) home video-game program can improve walking and balance problems for people with Parkinson’s disease who still have trouble even with levodopa. It also looks at whether the approach is worth it in real-world care (cost and benefits).
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT04477330Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve walking after a stroke
This study tests whether a brain stimulation method (“cortical priming”) can improve walking after a stroke. It may help people with ongoing walking problems improve gait and leg control over a rehabilitation program.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT03980457Recruiting
Exoskeleton walking therapy for stroke recovery
This trial studies whether assisted walking training with an exoskeleton can improve recovery after stroke, especially for walking and daily function. You may be offered therapy once you are medically stable, able to stand, and able to participate safely.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18–90 - NCT03053791Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation to improve walking after incomplete spinal injury
This study tests whether deep brain stimulation can improve walking in people with an incomplete spinal cord injury. It also requires that you meet specific injury and walking ability requirements and be able to attend study visits and training.
ZurichAges 18–75 - NCT02604563Recruiting
Aging, blood changes, and health in older adults
This study examines why some older adults develop changes in their blood cells that may affect their health. Researchers will look for links between these blood changes, aging, and common health problems in older people.
St Louis, MissouriAges 50 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for gait?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 335 recruiting gait studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a gait trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a gait trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.