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Official title Optimizing Gait Symmetry After Stroke Using Mechanical Constraints and Sensory Feedback
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07087769
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This single-session study aims to evaluate a novel gait training protocol that integrates mechanical constraints and sensory feedback to enhance paretic leg propulsion in individuals post-stroke. The study will include 15 individuals who have experienced a stroke and 15 healthy adults, each aged 20 years or older.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Aged 20 years or older
- For stroke group: clinical diagnosis of stroke at least 1 month prior to participation
- Ability to walk at least 10 meters with or without assistive devices
- For healthy group: able to walk independently without assistive devices
You likely can't join if
- Life expectancy less than one year
- Comatose or unable to follow three-step commands
- Amputation of any lower limb
- Poorly controlled diabetes (e.g., foot ulceration)
- Blindness
- Progressive neurological disease
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 20 years or older
- For stroke group: clinical diagnosis of stroke at least 1 month prior to participation
- Ability to walk at least 10 meters with or without assistive devices
- For healthy group: able to walk independently without assistive devices
- Life expectancy less than one year
- Comatose or unable to follow three-step commands
- Amputation of any lower limb
- Poorly controlled diabetes (e.g., foot ulceration)
- Blindness
- Progressive neurological disease
- Medically unstable condition
- Significant musculoskeletal impairments affecting gait
- Congestive heart failure or unstable angina
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Severe neuropsychiatric conditions (e.g., dementia, cognitive deficits, severe depression)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Galveston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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 listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 20 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Galveston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.