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Stepping to a beat while carrying objects may boost walking after stroke

NCT ID NCT07709130

Disease control Sponsor: Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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.

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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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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

46 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2026

Finished

May 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Up to 72 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * age ≥45 years * stroke ≥6 months previously * ability to walk at least 10 m independently or with minimal assistance * sufficient hearing to follow rhythmic auditory cues Exclusion Criteria: * advanced aphasia * severe neglect, cognitive impairment, * marked visual impairment, * severe spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale score15 ≥3) * severe cardiopulmonary disease * vestibular dysfunction * an orthopaedic condition limiting walking * progressive neurological disease

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Conditions

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stroke disorder

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Auditory task Dual task Gait training Stroke

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Recep Tayyip Erdogan University

    Rize, Turkey (Türkiye)

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