Measuring Movement and Inactivity With Sensors in People After Stroke
Tests motion sensors that track arm and leg movement in adults with stroke.
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Registry title: Development and Validation of an Actimetric Protocol to Quantify Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour in Post-stroke Subjects
Key facts
- Where
- Brussels, BelgiumSee the site
Where in Belgium
- Cliniques universitaires Saint-LucBrussels, BelgiumNo longer taking part
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
- Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc- Université Catholique de Louvain
- Trial code
- NCT06943014
- Record updated
- 15 August 2025
- Original description
The aim of this project is to develop an actimetry protocol based on a system of motion sensors, such as accelerometers and pressure insoles.Read full original descriptionShow less
Development and Validation of an Actimetric Protocol to Quantify Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour in Post-stroke Subjects
The aim of this project is to develop an actimetry protocol based on a system of motion sensors, such as accelerometers and pressure insoles.
These sensors will be used to analyze arm and leg movements in individuals who have experienced a stroke. Throughout the study, the investigators will adjust certain parameters-such as sensor placement and measurement frequency-to optimize data quality.
They will also refine data analysis methods to better identify the types of movements performed (upper and lower limbs), estimate energy expenditure, and recognize different postures adopted by the participant (sitting, standing, etc.).
The goal of this protocol is to provide accurate measurements of physical activity and inactivity, both in controlled environments (such as a laboratory) and in real-life settings (outdoors or at home).
This study will allow us to validate the reliability of the actimetry protocol and assess how easy it is to use at home.
Inclusion: Age ≥ 18 years; Stroke diagnosed by a neurologist and confirmed by medical imaging; More than 14 days post-stroke; Medically stable condition; Hemiparesis with impaired locomotion: Functional Ambulation Classification (FAC) between 1 and 5; Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score > 18/30.
Exclusion: Other neurological or musculoskeletal disorders limiting functional mobility; Inability to understand simple instructions.