Stepping to a beat while carrying objects may boost walking after stroke
NCT ID NCT07709130
First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a six-week program that combines stepping to a metronome (rhythmic auditory stimulation) with walking while carrying objects (motor dual-task training) can improve mobility, balance, and quality of life in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Participants attend three 30-minute sessions per week. The study also explores whether younger and older participants respond differently.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- a six-week program combining rhythmic auditory stimulation (stepping to a metronome) with motor dual-task gait training (walking while carrying objects)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this combined training approach could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve walking and balance in people who have had a stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study without a control group, so results may not be generalizable. Improvements could be due to practice or natural recovery rather than the training itself.
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Conditions
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Recep Tayyip Erdogan University
Rize, Turkey (Türkiye)
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