New handheld tool could sharpen stroke rehab by measuring leg strength more accurately

NCT ID NCT05941962

First seen Feb 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study tested whether a handheld device (dynamometer) can reliably measure leg strength in 20 adults who had a stroke more than 3 months ago. The goal was to reduce measurement errors and give therapists better information for designing rehab exercises. 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

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