Soleus muscle training for better walking after stroke
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a specific type of physical therapy that targets the soleus muscle in the lower leg to improve how people walk after a stroke. It also checks changes in muscle activity. This might help if you have foot weakness and trouble walking.
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Who can take part
- You had a stroke (either from a blockage or bleeding in the brain) confirmed by a scan.
- You are between 45 and 60 years old.
- You can walk at least 10 meters, even if you need some physical help.
- Your foot muscles are weak but not completely paralyzed (grade 3 or above on a standard muscle strength test).
- Your leg muscle stiffness is mild to moderate (grade 1 to 1+ on a standard scale).
- You do not have other conditions like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, or nerve damage, and no recent leg fractures or surgery.
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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