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Backward Walking Observation Training in People With Stroke and Gait Quality in Stroke
Led by National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University · Updated on 2025-06-12
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
179 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Walking impairment is one of the most common and concerning issues for individuals with stroke. Previous studies have often used improvements in walking speed and distance as reference indicators for gait performance progress in individuals with stroke. However, for people with chronic stroke, it may be more appropriate to prioritize improving gait symmetry and gait variability to enhance gait quality as a primary intervention goal. Additionally, stroke can lead to an imbalance in interhemispheric brain activity, which evolves as motor function recovers. According to the literature review, backward walking may extend the support time of the lower limbs, thereby enhancing the weight-bearing capacity of the affected limb. This, in turn, could promote gait symmetry and reduce gait variability. Changes in brain activity might also accompany such improvements in gait quality. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the immediate, short-term and post carryover intervention effects of backward walking observation training on gait quality in individuals with chronic stroke as well as to explore its effects on interhemispheric activity balance in individuals with chronic stroke.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Backward Walking Observation Training in People With Stroke and Gait Quality in Stroke
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- At least 6 months since stroke diagnosis
- Ability to walk independently for at least 7 meters, with or without walking aids
- Mini-mental state examination score of 24 or higher
You will not qualify if you...
- Difficulty walking backward
- History of neuromuscular disorders
- Visual or auditory disorders
- Unstable cardiac status or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- Musculoskeletal disorders affecting walking ability
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Taipei, Taiwan, 112
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Research Team
Y
Yea-Ru Yang, PhD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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