NCT07551141 Effects of Plantar Vibration on Gait and Balance in Stroke
| NCT ID | NCT07551141 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Bitlis Eren University |
| Condition | Stroke |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 34 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-07-24 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-11 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 34 participants in total. It began in 2026-07-24 with a primary completion date of 2026-11.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to evaluate the effects of local vibration applied to the plantar surface of the foot on gait speed and dynamic balance in individuals with stroke.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Stroke occurred at least 6 months prior to enrollment. * No cognitive or communication impairments that would interfere with participation. * Ability to stand independently for 20 seconds or more. * Ability to walk 10 meters independently, with or without walking aids or orthoses as needed. * Age between 18 and 75 years. * Lower extremity Brunnstrom stage of 4 or higher. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of severe osteoarthritis in the lower extremities. * Diagnosis of cancer or diabetic neuropathy. * Presence of vestibular disorders. * Lower extremity ulceration or amputation. * History of vertigo. * Alcohol consumption within the past 24 hours. * Hemodynamic instability. * Stroke affecting the basilar artery or cerebellum (posterior circulation stroke). * Presence of neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease. * Acute lower extremity injury within the past 6 weeks. * History of lower extremity surgery.
Contact & Investigator
Merve TUNÇDEMİR DURSUN, Asst. Prof.
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Bitlis Eren University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07551141 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 75 Years, studying Stroke. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07551141 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07551141 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at merve.kd@hotmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07551141 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07551141 clinical trial?
NCT07551141 is sponsored by Bitlis Eren University. The principal investigator is Merve TUNÇDEMİR DURSUN, Asst. Prof. at Bitlis Eren University. The trial plans to enroll 34 participants.
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