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Can guided stepping and less sitting boost stroke recovery?

NCT ID NCT07702643

Disease control Sponsor: University of Alberta Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Sep 04, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a 3-month home program for people aged 50+ who recently had a stroke and are returning home. The program combines guided stepping training with tips to reduce long periods of sitting. Researchers measure changes in daily steps, mobility, and disability over 12 months to see if this approach improves recovery.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a home-based behavioral intervention combining guided stepping training and strategies to reduce prolonged sitting
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could become a standard early rehabilitation approach to improve walking and reduce disability after stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial, and the benefits may depend on individual adherence. The waitlist design means some participants receive the intervention later, which could affect results.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 150 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2026

Expected to finish

Jun 2031

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

50 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 50 - or older * Had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke within the last 3 months * Have recently returned or are returning home from hospital * Able to walk 5 meters with or without a gait aid Exclusion Criteria: * Previously diagnosed with a mobility limiting musculoskeletal condition * Previously diagnosed with a mobility limiting neurological condition * Have cardiac conditions (e.g. blood pressure ≥180/100 mmHg) * Are without access to an internet-enabled computer or mobile device * Are enrolled in another interventional trial such as exercise or neuroprotection trials * Have aphasia or are unable to provide consent in English.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sedentary Behavior stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Stroke

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

    6 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Carewest Dr Vernon Fanning Centre

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6V7, Canada

  • Foothills Medical Center

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2T9, Canada

  • Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 0B7, Canada

  • Grey Nuns Community Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6L 5X8, Canada

  • Royal Alexandra Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3V9, Canada

  • University of Alberta Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7, Canada

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