Walking therapy with and without muscle stimulation for stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding electrical muscle stimulation to a walking and movement program helps stroke survivors walk better, become more independent, and improve their quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You have had a stroke that caused weakness on one side of your body
- You are between 45 and 65 years old
- You can stand on your own for at least 1 minute
- You can walk 10 meters (about 33 feet) with or without a cane or walker
- You have no serious heart problems, fixed ankle or foot stiffness, or other balance issues from conditions like Parkinson's
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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