Sweat it out: High-Intensity workouts may boost language recovery after stroke
NCT ID NCT07281313
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 12-week high-intensity exercise program can improve language, thinking, and physical health in 120 adults with aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) after a stroke. Participants are randomly assigned to either high-intensity or low-intensity group exercise. The goal is to see if vigorous workouts lead to better recovery in language and overall well-being.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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California State University, East Bay
RECRUITINGHayward, California, 94542, United States
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University of California, Berkeley
RECRUITINGBerkeley, California, 94720, United States
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University of California, San Francisco
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94143, United States
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University of San Francisco
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94118, United States
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