Can the right walking workout boost stroke recovery?
NCT ID NCT05727930
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares different types and intensities of walking therapy for people who had a stroke 1-6 months ago. 100 participants will receive up to 30 one-hour sessions of either high- or low-intensity walking or general physical therapy. The goal is to see which approach best improves walking ability, community mobility, and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- walking and physical therapy programs
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help identify the best type and intensity of walking therapy to improve mobility and daily life after a stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapies are behavioral, so individual effort and adherence can vary widely.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
RECRUITINGIndianapolis, Indiana, 46254, United States
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