Blood flow restriction and nerve stimulation for stroke recovery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether combining blood flow restriction with mild electrical nerve stimulation can improve ankle and leg movement after a stroke. It may help you if you had a single stroke more than 6 months ago and can walk a short distance on your own.
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Who can take part
- Be between 50 and 80 years old
- Had a single stroke more than 6 months ago and less than 15 years ago
- Be able to actively lift your foot up at least 5 degrees while lying down
- Walk 10 meters on your own, with or without a cane or walker
- Have no skin allergies to electrode pads and no serious heart, nerve, or blood problems
- Not have had botox in your leg in the last 6 months, and not have epilepsy or a pacemaker
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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