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New treatment option for Post-stroke Hemiparesis
Official title Innovative Closed-loop Functional Electrical Stimulation Control System for Augmenting Post-stroke Gait
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07189819
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will compare the performance of a novel data-driven model-predictive controller (MPC) based functional electrical stimulation (FES) system versus a conventional FES system for footdrop correction during treadmill and overground walking tasks in people post-stroke.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 90
You may be able to join if
- \>6 months since stroke
- cortical or subcortical stroke
- able to walk 10-meters with or without an assistive device
- sufficient cardiovascular health and ankle stability to walk on treadmill without ankle orthosis
- passive ankle range of motion to benefit from dorsiflexor FES assistance
You likely can't join if
- cerebellar signs
- score \>1 on question 1b (does not know the current month and age) and \>0 on question 1c (can not blink eyes and squeeze hands) on NIH Stroke Scale
- inability to communicate with investigators
- neglect/hemianopia
- unexplained dizziness in past 6 months
- sensory loss in paretic leg
See the full eligibility criteria
- \>6 months since stroke
- cortical or subcortical stroke
- able to walk 10-meters with or without an assistive device
- sufficient cardiovascular health and ankle stability to walk on treadmill without ankle orthosis
- passive ankle range of motion to benefit from dorsiflexor FES assistance
- resting heart rate 40-100 bpm
- cerebellar signs
- score \>1 on question 1b (does not know the current month and age) and \>0 on question 1c (can not blink eyes and squeeze hands) on NIH Stroke Scale
- inability to communicate with investigators
- neglect/hemianopia
- unexplained dizziness in past 6 months
- sensory loss in paretic leg
- musculoskeletal or medical conditions limiting walking
- neurologic diagnoses other than stroke
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Atlanta, Georgia, 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?
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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, 40 years to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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