Intense balance and walking training for ataxia
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests two different intensities of balance and walking exercises to see if they improve movement and coordination for people with ataxia (trouble controlling muscles) after a brain injury or other brain condition. The goal is to find a more effective way to help you walk more steadily and move more easily.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- It has been at least 6 months since your brain injury or diagnosis of cerebellar dysfunction (a problem with the part of the brain that controls coordination).
- You have some trouble with coordination in one arm or leg (scored >4 on specific ataxia rating scale items).
- You can walk at least 10 meters (about 33 feet) without hands-on help except maybe a little for balance, and your walking speed is less than 1.2 meters per second (slower than 2.7 mph).
- You weigh less than 350 pounds.
- You are medically cleared to exercise and can follow simple instructions.
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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