Improving walking quality in stroke patients using biofeedback training

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

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.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

• 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

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.