Exercise program to improve walking after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a 12-week exercise program can help people who have had a stroke walk better. It focuses on those with a slower walking speed and uses brain scans to see if exercise can trigger positive changes in the brain.
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Who can take part
- You had a stroke that affected one side of your brain, at least 6 months ago
- Your walking speed is slower than about 0.6 meters per second (a slow, shuffling pace)
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- You have a doctor's clearance or have passed a stress test for a 12-week exercise program
- You do not have a pacemaker or other metal implant that prevents an MRI
- You do not have another neurological condition (like Parkinson's) affecting your legs
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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