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Targeted Ankle Proprioceptive Training Improves Balance, Gait, and Functional Mobility in Chronic Stroke Survivors: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial With Longitudinal Follow Up
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Gait training for Proprioceptive Disorders and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 140 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability, with balance and gait deficits affecting \>80% of survivors and increasing fall risk. Emerging evidence links ankle proprioceptive impairment-particularly inversion/eversion acuity-to these deficits, often bilateral and central in origin. Cross-sectional studies show strong associations, but causality, temporal progression, and intervention efficacy (especially in severe/non-ambulatory cases) remain unproven. This trial tests a targeted proprioceptive protocol against standard care.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Both groups: 12 weeks, 3 sessions/week × 60 min, supervised. Intervention Group (n=70): Progressive targeted ankle proprioceptive training