Helping stroke survivors regain ankle movement with exercise
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether gentle leg exercises can help people recovering from a recent stroke. The focus is on improving ankle movement and strength on the weak side.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had your first stroke and it affected only one side of your brain (hemorrhagic or ischemic).
- You have weakness on one side of your body, especially in your ankle (stiff calf or trouble lifting your foot).
- You are between 30 and 85 years old.
- You can do gentle leg exercises and follow simple instructions.
- You do not have severe heart problems, leg pain, open wounds on your leg, or a severely stiff ankle.
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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