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Researchers are studying how balance and walking abilities recover after a stroke by observing patients over time using new tools including an interactive assessment game. This research focuses on patients who have had a supratentorial ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke and aims to identify recovery patterns to help tailor rehabilitation strategies to individual needs. Participants will be assessed at several fixed times after their stroke as soon as possible after admission, and then at 5, 8, 12, and 24 weeks post-stroke or until discharge. Assessments include clinical scales and biomechanical measurements using devices like electromyography sensors, inertial measurement units, force plates, and a Kinect camera. The interactive game evaluates tasks related to sitting balance, standing balance, and gait initiation under different conditions. Participants will also wear an activity monitor for three days after each assessment to measure real-world activity. During the study, participants perform standardized tests to measure muscle activity, movement coordination, postural control, and weight distribution. Researchers collect detailed data on reaction time, movement accuracy, and functional activities in daily life. The study does not interfere with usual care and prioritizes safety. The goal is to improve understanding of stroke recovery, validate prediction models, and support personalized rehabilitation, ultimately aiming to enhance quality of life for stroke survivors.