Brain zaps + treadmill training may sharpen stroke recovery

NCT ID NCT07356687

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called rTMS, given just before walking-and-thinking training, can improve mobility and mental sharpness in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 184 participants will receive either real or fake rTMS before 12 sessions of dual-task training over 3 weeks. Researchers will measure walking speed, balance, and thinking during walking to see if the combo works better than training alone.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) combined with dual-task gait training
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a better rehab approach to improve walking and thinking at the same time for people after stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a mid-sized trial testing a non-invasive technique; results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the benefit over standard training may be small.

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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

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
RECRUITING

Hong Kong, HongKong, HKG, Hong Kong

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