Variable Intense Training for Walking After Brain Injury
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether changing the intensity of walking exercises helps people who have had a brain injury or cerebellar disease (a condition affecting balance and coordination). The goal is to improve walking ability and reduce ataxia (unsteadiness and loss of coordination).
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Who can take part
- You are 18–85 years old
- It has been at least 6 months since your brain injury or cerebellar diagnosis
- You have moderate difficulty with balance and coordination in one limb (score >4 on specific ataxia test)
- You can walk at least 10 meters slowly (less than 1.2 m/s) with minimal help for balance only; braces and walking aids are okay
- You weigh less than 350 pounds
- You can follow simple one-step instructions
- Your doctor clears you to exercise safely
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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