A shoe to improve walking after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a special shoe that changes friction to help improve walking for people who have had a stroke. It lasts 6 months and involves daily exercises at home.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had a stroke at least 3 months ago
- You are 18 years or older
- You use or may need an ankle-foot brace (AFO)
- You can walk 10 meters (about 33 feet) with or without a cane or walker
- Your medications have not changed for at least 3 months
- You are willing to exercise with the shoe for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week, for 6 months
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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