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Power Exercise for Stroke Recovery: The POWER Feasibility Trial

Stroke

Post-stroke deficits are highly common and functional impairment persists throughout life after stroke. Skeletal muscle mass and strength are fundamental contributors to mobility throughout the adult life course. Stroke-related muscle atrophy contributes to loss of strength, and declines in lower extremity function, cardiorespiratory fitness, and walking independence and post-stroke sarcopenia. Improving the quantity and function of skeletal muscle needs to be an important therapeutic target after stroke. Resistance exercise training (RET) has been shown to increase skeletal muscle mass, strength and power, reduce oxidative stress, improve cardiac function, and better regulate lipids after stroke. However, the feasibility and the effects of a power focused RET program for individuals with stroke need to be examined.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    ALL

  • Eligible Ages:

    18 and up

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* ≥18 years old
* ≥6 months post-stroke
* Able to walk \>10 meters with or without the use of an assistive device
* Living in the community
* Mild to moderate stroke severity (modified Rankin Scale ≤3)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any contraindications to exercise for people with cardiovascular disease, such as unstable angina, uncontrolled hypertension, orthostatic blood pressure with exercise, or uncontrolled arrhythmias
* Significant cognitive impairment that would preclude safe exercise participation (Montreal Cognitive Assessment score \<26)
* Actively engaged in stroke rehabilitation services

Study Location

School of Rehabilitation Science
School of Rehabilitation Science
Hamilton, Ontario
Canada

Contact Study Team

Study Sponsored By
McMaster University
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: NCT05816811