Walking in nature may help stroke survivors feel better
NCT ID NCT07634315
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a nature-based walking program called GREEN Walk can improve quality of life for people who have had a stroke. Eleven chronic stroke survivors took part in 60-minute sessions walking on grass, slopes, and uneven ground to mimic real-world movement. Researchers measured changes in physical ability, mood, and social participation before and after the program.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- nature-based gait training program (GREEN Walk)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to improve physical and mental well-being after a stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early pilot study with only 11 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and benefits may be modest.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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11 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2025
- Finished
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May 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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40 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * have provided informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * with other comorbidities
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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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Mariano Marcos State University
Batac City, Ilocos Norte, 2906, Philippines
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