Balance and heart exercise for stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a program that combines balance exercises and cardiorespiratory (heart and lung) conditioning to improve walking and heart health in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. Participants will take part in a supervised exercise program for 12 weeks.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 45 and 90 years old.
- Your stroke must have happened at least 6 months ago.
- You can stand and walk, with or without a cane, walker, or leg braces.
- You have moderate to good use of your affected arm and hand, with at least some muscle strength in your shoulder, chest, and triceps.
- You do not have serious heart, lung, or metabolic conditions, and you are not on sedative medications.
- You are not currently receiving Botox injections or participating in other research studies.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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