Mat Pilates for stroke and high blood pressure recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether doing Mat Pilates exercises for a while can improve muscle control, heart health, and inflammation in people who have had a stroke or have high blood pressure. If you qualify, you would take part in regular Pilates sessions to see how it helps your body.
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Who can take part
- You had a stroke or have high blood pressure (or both).
- Your blood pressure is under control (not too high at rest).
- You don't currently practice the Pilates method.
- You don't have major heart, lung, or movement problems that make exercise unsafe.
- You don't have severe muscle stiffness (spasticity).
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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