Understanding how stroke affects walking and coordination
Combining neurophysiology and biomechanics to delineate post-stroke gait impairments
['FUNDING_R01'] · CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10915659
This study is looking at how brain injuries from a stroke affect walking and movement, and it aims to find out if special devices can help improve walking and coordination for people recovering from a stroke.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CLEVELAND, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10915659 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex relationship between neural impairments and gait issues that arise after a stroke. By combining advanced techniques in biomechanics and neurophysiology, the study aims to identify how different muscle responses and movements are interconnected in post-stroke patients. The researchers will analyze how assistive technologies, like exoskeletal devices, can improve walking ability while also examining unexpected effects on coordination. This comprehensive approach seeks to develop targeted interventions that can enhance recovery and mobility for stroke survivors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are facing challenges with walking and coordination.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or those with conditions unrelated to gait impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies and assistive devices that enhance walking ability for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using biomechanics and neurophysiology to address gait issues, indicating that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
CLEVELAND, UNITED STATES
- CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY — CLEVELAND, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SULZER, JAMES — CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SULZER, JAMES
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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