Clinical trial for Stroke
Official title Power Exercise for Stroke Recovery: The POWER Pilot Trial (POWER-P)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06780995
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a power‑training exercise program improves walking, strength, and balance compared with standard strength training in people who had a stroke.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you had a stroke at least six months ago and can attend the exercise sessions.
- What's involved
- You will be randomly assigned, like a coin toss, to either the POWER program (fast‑speed exercises) or regular strength training. You will do supervised exercise sessions for about 10 weeks.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 10 weeks with regular visits for exercise sessions and check‑ins.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 19 and older
You may be able to join if
- ≥19 years old
- ≥6 months poststroke,
- able to walk \>10 meters with or without an assistive device
- have mild to moderate stroke severity (modified Rankin Scale ≤3)
- without significant cognitive impairment that would preclude safe exercise, screened via Montreal Cognitive Assessment-Blind score \<18
You likely can't join if
- Any contraindications to exercise for people with cardiovascular disease, such as unstable angina, uncontrolled hypertension, orthostatic blood...
- Actively engaged in or have made plans to engage in stroke rehabilitation services
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 19 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada; Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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