Balance and walking exercises for stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a balance exercise program combined with watching movement videos to help improve balance and walking in people who have had a stroke. It may help reduce falls and improve daily function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 65 years old.
- You had an ischemic stroke (a type of stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel) within the last 2 years.
- You have some balance problems but can still walk with or without help.
- You have normal thinking and memory skills (no major cognitive issues).
- You are not already doing a fall-prevention exercise program.
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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