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Most parameters improved during stimulation with activeTENS; balance ( p = 0.009), gait speed ( p = 0.002), plantarflexor strength ( p = 0.008) and proprioception of plantarflexion ( p = 0.029), except dorsiflexor strength ( p = 0.194) and dorsiflexion proprioception ( p = 0.078).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The results provide initial evidence of the potential of \u2018active TENS\u2019 to benefit physical function after stroke which warrants further phase II trials to develop the intervention. 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