New study tests diet and exercise combo to boost mobility in stroke survivors
NCT ID NCT06322030
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether a 15-week lifestyle program combining weight management and exercise can improve walking and daily function in obese veterans who had a stroke at least six months ago. Researchers will measure changes in walking distance, daily steps, and overall recovery. The goal is to see if these lifestyle changes can ease common physical and emotional challenges after a stroke.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- FOCUS-15 Lifestyle Management Program (diet and exercise training)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could offer a practical way to improve walking ability and daily life for obese stroke survivors.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 99 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke survivors. The program requires significant commitment, and not everyone may benefit.
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Conditions
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Study contacts
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Contact
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Locations
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Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, SC
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29401-5703, United States
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