Biomechanical and neural correlates of FastFES versus Fast gait training in individuals post stroke: a randomized control trial study protocol - Report - MDSpire

Biomechanical and neural correlates of FastFES versus Fast gait training in individuals post stroke: a randomized control trial study protocol

  • By

  • Vyoma Parikh

  • Alexandra Slusarenko

  • Jacob Spencer

  • Jasmine M. Hope

  • Fisayo K. Aloba

  • Amit S. Grewal

  • Bennett L. Alterman

  • Keenan Batts

  • Catherine F. Mason

  • Laura Zajac-Cox

  • Sarah Caston

  • Michael R. Borich

  • Joe Nocera

  • Trisha M. Kesar

  • July 2, 2026

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Clinical Report: Comparative Analysis of Biomechanical and Neural Factors in FastFES and Fast Gait Training for Post-Stroke Patients

Background

Stroke is a leading cause of disability, often resulting in significant gait impairments that affect quality of life. Current rehabilitation strategies aim to improve walking function through various gait training interventions. Understanding the biomechanical and neural factors involved in gait training can inform rehabilitation practices.

Data Highlights

No numerical data available in the source material regarding the outcomes of the interventions.

Key Findings

  • Fast gait training and FastFES have been shown to improve walking function in post-stroke individuals.
  • The study will assess changes in corticospinal neurophysiology and gait biomechanics.
  • Participants will undergo evaluations at multiple time points to measure the effects of the interventions.
  • FastFES involves electrical stimulation of specific muscle groups during gait training.
  • The trial aims to identify the relationship between neurophysiological changes and clinical outcomes.

Clinical Implications

The findings from this trial may provide insights into optimizing gait rehabilitation strategies for post-stroke patients. Understanding the mechanisms behind gait training interventions could lead to more personalized rehabilitation approaches.

Conclusion

This study aims to enhance the understanding of gait training interventions in stroke rehabilitation, potentially leading to improved clinical outcomes for patients.

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Original Source(s)

Biomechanical and neural correlates of FastFES versus Fast gait training in individuals post stroke: a randomized control trial study protocol

  • by Vyoma Parikh, Alexandra Slusarenko, Jacob Spencer, Jasmine M. Hope, Fisayo K. Aloba, Amit S. Grewal, Bennett L. Alterman, Keenan Batts, Catherine F. Mason, Laura Zajac-Cox, Sarah Caston, Michael R. Borich, Joe Nocera, Trisha M. Kesar

  • July 2, 2026

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