Exercises for balance after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests two gentle exercise programs—Neuropilates and Otago exercises—to see if they improve balance, posture, and daily independence in people who had a stroke 6 to 18 months ago.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 to 70 years old.
- You had a stroke 6 to 18 months ago.
- Your stroke severity score (NIHSS) is greater than 6, meaning moderate to severe stroke symptoms.
- Your Mini-Mental State Exam (MMSE) score is 24 or higher (showing intact thinking and memory).
- You do not have serious problems understanding speech (receptive aphasia).
- You do not have major heart or lung conditions, or other neurological disorders.
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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