Can a simple walk test improve stroke rehab?
NCT ID NCT07494890
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests a new way to measure walking efficiency in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will have 18 participants walk on a treadmill, including a resisted walking trial, to see if a biomechanical measure can pinpoint movement problems better than current methods. The goal is to improve rehabilitation strategies for walking impairment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to better rehabilitation methods for stroke survivors by identifying specific walking inefficiencies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 18 participants. It measures outcomes in a single session, so long-term benefits are not yet known.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Cincinnati - Digital Futures
RECRUITINGCincinnati, Ohio, 45206, United States
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