New tool may help therapists better measure leg strength in stroke survivors

NCT ID NCT05941962

First seen Feb 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 18, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a hand-held device called a dynamometer can accurately measure leg strength in 20 people who had a stroke more than 3 months ago. The goal was to reduce measurement errors and give therapists better information for designing therapy. Participants performed simple leg strength tests while sitting or lying down.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37209-2069, United States

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Muscle Weakness stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.