Can a quick workout help stroke survivors learn to walk better?
NCT ID NCT03726047
First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago learn a new walking pattern using distorted visual feedback. Researchers want to see if a short 5-minute exercise session helps them remember the new walking pattern a day later. 80 participants will be split into a control group or an exercise group to compare results.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help design better rehabilitation programs for stroke survivors to improve walking recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage observational study with no direct treatment. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the exercise effect may be small or absent.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Delaware
RECRUITINGNewark, Delaware, 19713, United States
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