Study details
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EMPOWER: Effects of Weight Loss and Exercise Post-stroke
Medical University of South Carolina
NCT IDNCT05901675ClinicalTrials.gov data as of Apr 2026
Target enrollment
130
Study length
about 4.7 years
Ages
35–85
Locations
1 site in SC
About this study
This trial is testing the effects of weight loss and exercise on overweight and obese stroke survivors. The goal is to see if intentional weight loss improves physical function and psychosocial outcomes in this population.
Based on ClinicalTrials.gov records.
What participants do
- 1.Lifestyle Management Program
- 2.Post-stroke Optimization of Walking using Explosive Resistance
Primary goalPhysical Function
Participation effort
Estimated from trial records. Details can vary by site.
Time + visits
Low14%
Logistics
Moderate50%
Logistics difficulty varies by site location and availability.
Trial highlights
Treatment details
Auto-extracted from trial records to preview treatments and outcomes.
Endpoints
Primary: Physical Function
Body systems
Endocrinology, Neurology