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New treatment option for Stroke
Official title Responses to Backward Walking Training Post-Stroke
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04928482
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Approximately 15,000 Veterans are hospitalized for stroke each year with new cases costing an estimated $111 million for acute inpatient, $75 million for post-acute inpatient, and $88 million for follow-up care over 6 months post-stroke. The investigators have previously established the effectiveness of a backward walking training program to improve gait and balance in post-stroke Veterans.
- Time commitment: about 6 months
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 90
You may be able to join if
- Berg Balance Scale \< 45
- Self-selected 10 meter gait speed \< 0.8 m/s
- Diagnosis of unilateral stroke
- \> 2 months \< 4 months post-stroke
- Able to ambulate at least 10 feet with maximum 1 person assist
You likely can't join if
- Presence of neurological condition other than stroke
- Serious cardiac conditions (hospitalization for myocardial infarction or heart surgery within 3 months, history of congestive heart failure...
- Anyone meeting New York Heart Association criteria for Class 3 or Class 4 heart disease will be excluded
- Severe arthritis or orthopedic problems that limit passive ranges of motion of lower extremity (knee flexion contracture of -10 degrees, knee flexion...
- Severe hypertension with systolic greater than 200 mmHg and diastolic greater than 110 mmHg at rest
- Pain upon ambulation
See the full eligibility criteria
- Berg Balance Scale \< 45
- Self-selected 10 meter gait speed \< 0.8 m/s
- Diagnosis of unilateral stroke
- \> 2 months \< 4 months post-stroke
- Able to ambulate at least 10 feet with maximum 1 person assist
- Medically stable
- Presence of neurological condition other than stroke
- Serious cardiac conditions (hospitalization for myocardial infarction or heart surgery within 3 months, history of congestive heart failure, documented serious and unstable cardiac arrhythmias, hypertrophic...
- Anyone meeting New York Heart Association criteria for Class 3 or Class 4 heart disease will be excluded
- Severe arthritis or orthopedic problems that limit passive ranges of motion of lower extremity (knee flexion contracture of -10 degrees, knee flexion ROM \ 25 degrees, and ankle plantar flexion contracture \> 15 degrees)
- Severe hypertension with systolic greater than 200 mmHg and diastolic greater than 110 mmHg at rest
- Pain upon ambulation
- Receiving physical therapy services for mobility and/or gait
- Living in a skilled nursing facility
- Any MRI contraindication, including but not limited to the presence of metal, MR sensitive implanted medical devices, or claustrophobia
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Gainesville, Florida, United States
- Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation likely.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 6 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Gainesville, Florida, United States; Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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