Tracking walking recovery in stroke patients during rehabilitation
Neurological Recovery of the Paretic Lower Limb and Balance and Walking Abilities in the Subacute Phase of Stroke in Patients Hospitalized in Medical and Rehabilitation Units: A Prospective Multicenter Longitudinal Study
This study is tracking how well stroke patients improve their walking abilities during their rehabilitation in the hospital over six months.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 400 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Clinique Les Trois Soleils Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Granville, Normandy and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06327035 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to monitor and describe the recovery of walking abilities in patients who have experienced a subacute stroke while they are hospitalized in neurorehabilitation centers. The study will assess gait recovery over a period of up to six months post-stroke, focusing on patients' progress in medical and neurological rehabilitation units. By observing these patients, researchers hope to gather valuable data on the evolution of gait and balance recovery during this critical phase.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients hospitalized after experiencing an acute or subacute stroke who are affiliated with a social security scheme.
Not a fit: Patients with neurodegenerative diseases affecting gait prior to the stroke or those who were not walking before the stroke may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights that enhance rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients, leading to improved walking abilities.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in observing gait recovery in stroke patients, indicating that this approach is supported by existing research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient hospitalized in one of the investigating centers after acute/subacute stroke. * Affiliated to a social security scheme Exclusion Criteria: * Opposed to its participation in this study * Neurodegenerative disease impacting gait prior to stroke onset * Patient not walking before stroke * Progressive pathology with life-threatening consequences within 6 months * Patient under legal protection
Where this trial is running
Granville, Normandy and 2 other locations
- Le Normandy — Granville, Normandy, France (Recruiting)
- Clinique Les Trois Soleils — Boissise-le-Roi, France (Recruiting)
- La Clinique Les Trois Soleils — Boissise-le-Roi, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Christophe T Duret, MD — Les Trois Soleils
- Study coordinator: Anne-Gaëlle Grosmaire
- Email: ag.grosmaire@les-trois-soleils.fr
- Phone: +33164717372
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.