Clinical Trial

Effects of IMT on Respiratory, Diaphragmatic and Balance Functions, Exercise Capacity and QOL in People After Stroke

Not Yet Recruiting

Record status

This record was last updated March 13, 2025 (before its estimated May 1, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.

Summary

This is a randomized controlled trial. This current RCT study will be a continuing project based on the optimal IMT intensity identified from our ongoing study. This ongoing study (registered on ClinicalTrials.gov with the registration number NCT06267768) aims to explore the optimal IMT intensity for the recruitment of diaphragm muscles in people after a stroke. Based on this intensity, the aim of this RCT is to explore the effects of a 4-week protocol of IMT on respiratory function, balance control, exercise capacity, and quality of life in people after a stroke.

Protocol Amendment History 4 amendments

This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended 4 times since 2024-06-01; most recent amendment 2025-03-10.

Trial Details

NCT Number	NCT06447272
Lead Sponsor	Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Conditions	Stroke
Enrollment	76 participants
Start Date	2025-04-01
Primary Completion	2026-05-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-06-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-03-13