Leg muscle training to improve walking after stroke
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a specific exercise program for the soleus muscle (a calf muscle) to see if it helps improve walking and muscle activity in people who have had a stroke. It may be a good option if you have some weakness in your foot but can still walk a little.
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Who can take part
- Had a stroke (either from a clot or bleeding) confirmed by a brain scan
- Between 45 and 60 years old
- Can walk at least 10 meters (about 30 feet) with or without some help from a therapist
- Have weakness in your foot muscles, but can still move them against some resistance
- Have some increased muscle tightness in your leg, but not severe spasticity
- No other major nerve or muscle conditions affecting your legs, recent leg fractures, or severe joint problems
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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