Can High-Intensity walking bursts outperform moderate exercise for stroke recovery?

NCT ID NCT06268041

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Cincinnati Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether high-intensity interval training (short bursts of fast walking) is better than moderate-intensity walking for improving walking ability in people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago. 156 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two 12-week exercise programs, each done three times a week with a physical therapist. Researchers will measure walking distance and speed before, during, and after the program, and again three months later.

What this could mean

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Active substance: walking exercise programs (moderate-intensity or high-intensity interval training)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that high-intensity interval training is more effective than moderate exercise for restoring walking function after a stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage behavioral trial. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the high-intensity program may be too demanding for some participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

STROKE

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Locations

University of Cincinnati
RECRUITING

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45267, United States
University of Delaware
RECRUITING

Newark, Delaware, 19713, United States

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University of Kansas Medical Center
RECRUITING

Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States

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