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Virtual reality boosts stroke rehab: better balance, better walking

NCT ID NCT07409116

Symptom relief Sponsor: Erasme University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether adding virtual reality (VR) balance exercises to standard physical therapy helps stroke patients walk and keep their balance better. 34 people who had a stroke within the last 6 months took part. Some did only standard therapy, while others replaced 20% of their therapy with VR balance games using a headset. The goal was to see if the VR group improved more in walking speed, distance, and balance.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

34 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2024

Finished

May 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Hemorrhagic or ischemic stroke within the past 6 months, * Minimum age of 18 years old, * Ability to stand and walk with or without assistance * Mini-Mental State Examination score of more than 15/30 * Ability to understand instructions, * No visual deficits hindering VR training and vi) a health status allowing for rehabilitation Exclusion Criteria: * other orthopedic or neurological disease altering the function of the paretic lower limb, balance or gait.

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Conditions

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stroke disorder

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Stroke patients

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Erasme University Hospital (Hôpital Universitaire de Bruxelles - H.U.B.)

    Brussels, 1070, Belgium

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