Foot vibration may boost walking after stroke

NCT ID NCT07551141

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Bitlis Eren University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tests whether applying gentle vibration to the bottom of the foot can improve walking speed and balance in people who have had a stroke. Fifty-eight participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real vibration or a placebo (no vibration) for 30 minutes a day over three days. Researchers will measure changes in gait speed and dynamic balance using standard walking tests.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: plantar vibration
What this could lead to: If it works, this simple, non-invasive technique could offer a new way to help stroke survivors walk faster and keep their balance better.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 58 people. The vibration is applied for just 3 days, so any benefits may be short-lived or not apply to all stroke survivors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bolu İzzet Baysal Fizik Tedavi ve Rehabilitasyon Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
RECRUITING

Bolu, Merkez, 14280, Turkey (Türkiye)

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