Tests electrical stimulation during cycling for weakness after stroke
Tests cycling with electrical muscle stimulation in adults with one-sided weakness after stroke.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Effects of Functional Electrical Stimulation Assisted Cycling in Patients With Hemiparesis After Stroke
Key facts
- Where
- Saint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or, FranceSee the site
Where in France
- SMR Val RosaySaint-Didier-au-Mont-d'Or, FranceTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- UGECAM Rhône-Alpes
- Trial code
- NCT06230796
- Record updated
- 19 September 2025
- Original description
To determine whether active cycling assisted by functional electrical stimulation (FES) Is more effective than active cycling on cardiovascular fitness in post stroke hemiparesisRead full original descriptionShow less
Effects of FES-cycling in Patients With Hemiparesis After Stroke
To determine whether active cycling assisted by functional electrical stimulation (FES) Is more effective than active cycling on cardiovascular fitness in post stroke hemiparesis
Inclusion: Adults with Hemiparesis after an unilateral first ever stroke; Able to walk in security; Time since stroke within 3 months to 1 year; Sufficient cognitive function to understand and perform corresponding tasks.
Exclusion: Any history of neurological disorders or cardiovascular instability; High spasticity on ankle, knee, hip muscles; Inability to exercise on a cyclo-ergometer; Pacemaker and other contraindications of the use of electrical stimulation.