Operant Conditioning of Reflex Pathways to Improve Walking in Individuals Post-stroke

Description

The purpose of this study is to examine the changes in reflex pathways in the paretic ankle plantarflexors in individuals with post-stroke hemiparesis using operant conditioning. We are recruiting 5 individuals with chronic post-stroke hemiparesis with foot drop in the affected leg to participate in the reflex training procedure. The study involves 40 visits with a total study duration of about 4 months.

Conditions

Stroke, Post-stroke Hemiparesis, Foot Drop

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Study overview

The purpose of this study is to examine the changes in reflex pathways in the paretic ankle plantarflexors in individuals with post-stroke hemiparesis using operant conditioning. We are recruiting 5 individuals with chronic post-stroke hemiparesis with foot drop in the affected leg to participate in the reflex training procedure. The study involves 40 visits with a total study duration of about 4 months.

Operant Conditioning of Reflex Pathways to Improve Walking in Individuals Post-stroke

Operant Conditioning of Reflex Pathways to Improve Walking in Individuals Post-stroke

Condition
Stroke
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Las Vegas

University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, 89154

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * At least 6 months following a single, unilateral stroke, resulting in hemiparesis.
  • * Ambulatory with or without assistive device, but must demonstrate a gait deficit which is indicative of foot drop from reduced activation of the tibialis anterior muscle.
  • * Able to follow verbal directions.
  • * Able to see icons on computer monitor (with or without corrective lenses) from at least 4 feet away.
  • * All subjects will be adults at least 18 years old.
  • * Know history and current medication management for lower limb spasticity, if any.
  • * No history of ear disease or balance problems outside of those caused by the stroke.
  • * Cerebellar stroke
  • * No other neurological disease or injuries other than the stroke affecting the use of the legs and/or walking.

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Nevada, Las Vegas,

Study Record Dates

2025-12-31