Improving walking quality in stroke patients using biofeedback training
Effects of Biofeedback Gait Training on Gait Quality Post-stroke
This study tests whether using real-time feedback during walking practice can help stroke survivors improve their walking quality.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06490276 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of real-time kinematic biofeedback training on gait quality in individuals who have experienced a stroke. It aims to address common post-stroke gait dysfunctions such as reduced velocity, stride length, and gait asymmetry. Participants will undergo gait training with and without biofeedback to determine the efficacy of this approach in enhancing their walking abilities. The study focuses on individuals who are at least six months post-stroke and have a certain level of functional ambulation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who have had their first stroke at least six months prior and have a functional ambulation category score of 3 or higher.
Not a fit: Patients with severe muscle weakness in the affected ankle or other neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve walking quality and independence for stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have suggested that gait biofeedback is a promising strategy, but this specific approach is still being evaluated for its effectiveness.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * First stroke * Stroke onset time ≥ 6 months * Functional Ambulation Category ≥3 * Passive range of motion of affected hip extension is at least 10 degrees * Mini-Mental State Measurement score ≥ 24 points Exclusion Criteria: * Modified Ashworth Scale of affected ankle plantar flexors ≥ 2 * Muscle strength of affected ankle plantar flexors via Manual Muscle Testing ≤ 1 * Uncorrected auditory impairment * Severe cardiovascular disease or uncontrolled hypertension * Other orthopedic diseases that may affect walking ability * Other neurological disease except stroke
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University — Taipei, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yea-Ru Yang, PhD
- Email: yryang@nycu.edu.tw
- Phone: +886228267279
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.