A walk a day may reboot the brain after injury — trial puts it to the test

NCT ID NCT07733284

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Kessler Foundation Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a 3-month, home-based walking program can improve thinking skills like memory and processing speed in adults with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Participants will either start walking right away or wait 3 months. The study focuses on safety and whether people can stick with the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: a home-based walking exercise program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, accessible way to improve cognitive function after traumatic brain injury.
What could go wrong: This is a very early, small trial focused on safety and feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. Results may not generalize to all people with TBI.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Brain Injuries, Traumatic Motor Activity traumatic brain injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI) PATIENTS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kessler Foundation
RECRUITING

East Hanover, New Jersey, 07936, United States

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