High-Intensity Interval Training in the Early Subacute Stroke With a Semi-recumbent Bike (NCT05804006) | Clinical Trial Compass
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High-Intensity Interval Training in the Early Subacute Stroke With a Semi-recumbent Bike
Belgium16 participantsStarted 2022-12-01
Plain-language summary
Although High-intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise has emerged in recent years as a powerful time-efficient alternative to moderate-intensity continuous cardiovascular exercise training (MICT) to enhance neuroplasticity, motor, and cognitive functions, its feasibility remains to be determined early after stroke. Our study aims to investigate the feasibility of the HIIT program and its effects on functional abilities, cognitive function, and quality of life in early post-stroke.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 90 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. first episode from an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke confirmed by CT scan;
. muscular weakness of the leg on the hemiplegic side defined as NIHSS-Item 6 score between 1 and 3;
. Ashworth score of 0 or 1, indicating no spasticity or slight spasticity over the affected lower limb, respectively
. able to walk at least 5 meters independently with or without assistive devices and understand spoken instructions;
. living in Parakou or the surrounding area and wishing to undergo the program at the hospital.
Exclusion criteria
. unable to perform a graded exercise test, i.e., unable to maintain the designated pedaling rate;
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Feasibility aspects
Timeframe: Up to 6 weeks
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The change in the credibility of the treatment and the expectations of the participants