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New treatment option for Transtibial Amputation
Official title Optimizing Gait Rehabilitation for Veterans With Non-traumatic Lower Limb Amputation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03995238
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The population of older Veterans with non-traumatic lower limb amputation is growing. Following lower limb amputation, asymmetrical movements persist during walking and likely contribute to disabling sequelae including secondary pain conditions, poor gait efficiency, impaired physical function, and compromised skin integrity of the residual limb.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 89
You may be able to join if
- Unilateral, non-traumatic, transtibial amputation
- Diabetes mellitus and/or peripheral artery disease
- Able to ambulate in the community without assistive device
- Step length asymmetry during walking (\>1.0 asymmetry index.)
- 6 months since amputation
You likely can't join if
- Unstable heart condition
- Including unstable angina, uncontrolled cardiac dysrhythmia, acute myocarditis, hypertension, and acute pericarditis
- Acute systemic infection
- Active cancer treatment
- Traumatic or cancer related amputation etiology
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Aurora, Colorado, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 40 years to 89 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Aurora, Colorado, United States; Richmond, Virginia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.