Analyzing walking patterns in stroke patients and healthy volunteers
Analysis of the Psychometric Properties of Kinematic Parameters of Locomotion Measured by Inertial Units. Validation in Healthy Volunteers and Stroke Patients
This study is testing how walking patterns differ between stroke patients and healthy people to see how technology can help improve rehabilitation for those recovering from a stroke.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dijon) |
| Trial ID | NCT05104645 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the psychometric properties of kinematic parameters of locomotion using inertial units in both healthy volunteers and stroke patients. It aims to assess walking, running, and jumping activities to better understand motor control deficits following a stroke. The research focuses on the importance of early, intensive, and continuous rehabilitation for stroke patients, utilizing advanced technology to monitor and adapt rehabilitation efforts based on functional evaluations. The study will include participants who have experienced a stroke within the last six months and are currently undergoing rehabilitation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals who have had a stroke in the last six months and are currently participating in a rehabilitation program.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions affecting walking unrelated to stroke or those unable to provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients, leading to improved mobility and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using technology for rehabilitation monitoring, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy volunteers: * Person who has given oral consent * man or woman 18 years or older * a person who is able to understand simple orders, instructions for locomotion * person living within a maximum radius of 50 km from the investigation site Patients (in addition to the above): * persons who have had a stroke of any origin in the last 6 months * person included in a rehabilitation protocol Exclusion Criteria: * persons who are not affiliated to national health insurance * persons subject to a legal protection measure (guardianship) * persons who are subject to a legal protection measure * pregnant women * adult unable to express consent * subject with a disarticulated hip * Subjects with diseases or disabilities that have an impact on walking other than those related to the stroke.
Where this trial is running
Dijon
- Chu Dijon Bourgogne — Dijon, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Paul ORNETTI
- Email: paul.ornetti@chu-dijon.fr
- Phone: 03 80 29 38 72
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.