Clinical trials
Walking clinical trials
Below are recruiting walking clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 288 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05727930Recruiting
Early walking rehab trial after stroke using treadmill training
This trial studies a more intensive, early walking exercise program after a stroke. It may help improve walking speed, balance, and the ability to move safely with less support.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–85 - NCT05781438Recruiting
In-home standing and walking help for infants at CP risk
This study tests a program that helps infants stand and walk at home. It may help babies with cerebral palsy—or those at high risk—by improving movement and function in a safe, supported way.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 5 months–2 years - NCT05830942Recruiting
Training walks plus brain stimulation for thinking skills in older adults
This study tests whether a structured walking exercise, combined with brain stimulation and brain scans, can improve or slow decline in thinking skills. It’s aimed at older adults who notice memory or confusion getting worse.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 65 years+ - 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 - NCT05987410Recruiting
Nordic walking for weight and heart health after a cardiac event
This trial tests if a nordic walking program helps people with diabetes who are overweight or obese recover after a heart attack or heart procedure. If you had a heart event or stent/bypass in the last 3 months, this program could help you get stronger and manage your weight.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06053619Recruiting
Virtual reality walking rehab for stroke patients who cannot walk
This trial tests whether adding virtual reality to robot-assisted walking therapy helps people who have had a stroke and cannot walk. It is for patients who had a first stroke in the past 15 days to 6 months.
LimogesAges 35–75 - NCT06247553Recruiting
Walking exercise program for stroke survivors who can't walk
This study aims to develop a walking exercise program for people who have had a stroke and cannot walk on their own. It will test a treadmill-based program to help improve walking ability.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–80 - NCT06399900Recruiting
Light therapy plus exercise for better walking with PAD
This study tests whether adding light therapy to a walking program helps people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) walk further and feel better. You'll receive either light therapy or a placebo light while doing a supervised exercise program.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 50 years+ - NCT06400186Recruiting
Walking training to improve balance after stroke
This trial tests a new walking training method designed to help you improve your balance after a stroke. It's for people who have had a stroke more than 6 months ago and can walk a short distance, with or without a cane or simple ankle brace.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–80 - NCT06418633Recruiting
Walking test after a provoked blood clot
This study looks at how a 60-minute walking test affects blood clotting in people who have had a provoked blood clot (from a known cause like surgery or birth control) compared to similar people who have never had a clot. It helps understand how the body's clotting system works after such a clot.
Nîmes, OccitanieAges 18–65 - NCT06442579Recruiting
Arm swing walking study for stroke survivors
This study looks at how a stroke affects the way your arm swings naturally when you walk. Researchers want to learn how to improve walking recovery after a stroke.
Ghent, Oost-VlaanderenAges 18–70 - NCT06454656Recruiting
Walking practice for kids with Cerebral Palsy
This study tests a motor learning program to help children with Cerebral Palsy improve their walking. If your child has a walking goal and a caregiver who can help at home, this could be a good fit.
Balrath, MeathAges 6–17 - NCT06508190Recruiting
Walking exercise for sleep apnea and fatty liver
This trial tests whether a simple walking program can help people who have both obstructive sleep apnea and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. If you have these conditions and a BMI under 35, you may be able to join a free exercise program to see if it improves your health.
GizaAges 40–65 - NCT06521723Recruiting
Low oxygen therapy to improve walking after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether breathing low-oxygen air (a treatment called AIH) combined with spinal stimulation can help people with chronic spinal cord injury walk better. It may improve your walking speed and endurance.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT06629675Recruiting
Personalized music to boost walking in COPD
This study tests whether a personalized music program can help people with COPD walk more and feel better. The music changes based on your walking speed to keep you motivated during a pulmonary rehab program.
Leicester, LeicestershireAges 18 years+ - NCT06707402Recruiting
Community walking program for people with Parkinson's
This study tests whether a 24-week community walking program (brisk walking) can help people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble walking. If you join, you will walk regularly with others in your community and have your walking ability checked before and after.
Aarhus CAges 40 years+ - NCT06718842Recruiting
Walking program for children with PKU and fatty liver
This study tests whether a walking program can help children with PKU who also have fatty liver and obesity. It aims to see if regular walking improves liver health and overall fitness.
Dokki, Giza GovernorateAges 9–12 - NCT06726213Recruiting
Walk and talk for psoriasis patients
This trial tests whether a weekly outdoor walking group can help people with psoriasis feel better and connect with others. You'd join a small group walk with other patients and complete a few questionnaires.
London, Greater LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06727097Recruiting
Post-Stroke Sensory Reweighting on Walking and Balance
This study is for people who have had their first stroke and are now recovering. It looks at how your brain uses different senses—like vision and touch—to help you walk and keep your balance. The goal is to find better ways to improve your walking and balance after a stroke.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06731049Recruiting
Walking training with and without dual tasks for Alzheimer's
This study compares treadmill walking to walking while doing a second task (like talking or carrying something) in people with Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see which training method improves mobility and safety better.
IstanbulAges 65–85 - NCT06749262Recruiting
Inclined vs. standard exercise for COPD
This study compares walking on an incline to standard walking for people with COPD. It aims to find which exercise method is better for improving breathing and mobility.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 45–80 - NCT06764290Recruiting
Brain changes when walking after stroke
This study looks at how the brain changes after a stroke when people walk on different surfaces. It may help understand why walking can be harder and how therapy could improve it.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–70 - NCT06803095Recruiting
Walking with a dog for tinnitus relief in sleep apnea
This study tests whether walking with a dog can help reduce tinnitus complaints in people who have mild sleep apnea and are overweight. It aims to see if this simple, enjoyable activity can improve your symptoms.
Dokki, Giza GovernorateAges 30–45 - NCT06806891Recruiting
Walking meditation for restless legs in dialysis
This trial tests if Buddhist walking meditation can help restless leg syndrome in people on hemodialysis. If you have both conditions and are not obese, you may qualify.
Dokki, Giza GovernorateAges 35–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for walking?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 288 recruiting walking 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 walking 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 walking 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.