The Influence of Cortical Lateralization on Selective Motor Control of the Arm Swing During Independent Walking After Stroke.

Launched by UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, GHENT · May 29, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how the brain controls arm movement while walking, especially in people who have had a stroke. Researchers want to understand the relationship between brain activity and arm swing in individuals who can walk independently after a stroke. They will compare how the brains of stroke survivors and healthy individuals respond during walking and look for ways to help improve arm movement, which is important for better walking after a stroke.

To be eligible for this study, participants who have had a stroke must have experienced their first stroke within the last year, be able to walk for at least 10 minutes, and have some weakness in their arm. Healthy participants must be at least 18 years old and also able to walk for 10 minutes. Throughout the trial, participants can expect to undergo tests that measure their muscle control and brain activity while walking. This research could lead to new treatments that help improve walking and arm movement for those recovering from a stroke.

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Eligibility criteria

• • Stroke
• Inclusion Criteria:
• • First-ever, ischemic and cerebral stroke
• • Maximum one-year post-stroke
• • Able to walk at least 10 minutes (FAC ≥ 3)
• • Presence of upper limb paresis (NIHSS item 5a/b \> 0)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Other neurological disorders
• • Healthy controls
• Inclusion criteria:
• • Older than 18 years
• • Able to walk at least 10 minutes
• Exlusion criteria:
• • Pregnancy