Evaluating the effects of adaptive sports on stroke survivors
L'activitié Physique Sportive organisée Pour Sujets en Situation de Handicap : Impact Chez Les Sujets Post-accident Vasculaire cérébrale, Sur Les Trois Domaines de la Classification Internationale du Fonctionnement, du Handicap et de la santé (CIF)
This study is testing whether participating in adaptive sports can help stroke survivors improve their health and abilities compared to those who don't participate.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Brussels) |
| Trial ID | NCT05443529 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the impact of adaptive sports participation on individuals who have experienced a stroke. Participants will be divided into two groups: those who regularly engage in adaptive sports and those who do not. The study will compare various health and functional parameters between these two groups to determine the benefits of adaptive sports for stroke survivors. The research will focus on individuals who have had a stroke for at least six months and have persistent physical disabilities.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are stroke survivors who have had their stroke at least six months prior and have a persistent physical disability.
Not a fit: Patients with significant cognitive impairments or contraindications to physical activity may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could demonstrate that adaptive sports significantly improve the quality of life and physical function in stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on this specific approach, similar studies have shown positive outcomes for physical activity in stroke rehabilitation.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosis of stroke since at least 6 months prior to recruitment in the study * persistent physical disability due to the stroke * adequate understanding of french Exclusion Criteria: * significant cognitive impairments * contra-indication of any type to performing physical activity and physical exercise
Where this trial is running
Brussels
- Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc — Brussels, Belgium (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Gaëtan Stoquart, MD — Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain
- Study coordinator: Louise Declerck, PT
- Email: louise.declerck@uclouvain.be
- Phone: +32476480314
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.