Use of BCAA-rich Protein Supplements for Chronic Stroke Patients

Before each exercise session (described later), the research assistant will give subjects 40g of BCAA or placebo supplement according to the treatment assignment and ask them to drink it down right away.

The exercise intervention includes 24 aerobic stationary cycling sessions (30 min/session, 3 session/week, and 8 weeks). The exercise sessions proceed under the supervision and guidance of a therapist.