Characterization of Abnormal Reflex Couplings Via H-reflex Stimulation
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Stroke
- Sponsor
- MetroHealth Medical Center
- Enrollment
- 60
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Surface electromyographic recording of leg muscles during different conditions
- Status
- Active, not recruiting
- Last Updated
- 4 months ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to examine the reflex excitability of the rectus femoris in individuals with and without post-stroke Stiff-Knee gait. We use electrical stimulation of the peripheral nerve innervating the rectus femoris for a well-controlled reflex stimulus. We are investigating whether reflex excitability of the rectus femoris correlates with gait kinematics.
Detailed Description
The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of hyperreflexia in post-stroke Stiff-Knee gait function. In one aim,
Investigators
James Sulzer
Associate Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
MetroHealth Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Surface electromyographic recording of leg muscles during different conditions
Time Frame: 1 hour
Recording electrical activity of leg muscles during walking in response to peripheral nerve stimulation
Secondary Outcomes
- Circumduction measure(1 hour)