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New treatment option for Lower-limb Orthoses
Official title Enhancing Voluntary Motion in Broad Patient Populations With Modular Powered Orthoses
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05240014
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The overall goal of this project is to develop modular, lower-limb, powered orthoses that fit to user-specific weakened joints and control force/torque in a manner that enhances voluntary motion in broad patient populations. This project aims to establish feasibility of assisting different populations with these modular powered orthoses.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- for able-bodied, young participants will be:
- Aged between 18 to 65 years
- Weigh less than 250 lbs due to limitations in the design of the orthoses
- Ability to lift and lower a 10 kg weight using the neutral-spine squat technique for 10 repetitions
You likely can't join if
- for able-bodied, young adult participants will be:
- Pregnant (self-report)
- Any significant neuromuscular or musculoskeletal disorder that would interfere with the study
- Prior history of chronic lower-back pain
- Unable to walk for 20 minutes
- History of any cardiovascular, vestibular, or visual diseases and/or impairments that may interfere with the study
See the full eligibility criteria
- for able-bodied, young participants will be:
- Aged between 18 to 65 years
- Weigh less than 250 lbs due to limitations in the design of the orthoses
- Ability to lift and lower a 10 kg weight using the neutral-spine squat technique for 10 repetitions
- for able-bodied, young adult participants will be:
- Pregnant (self-report)
- Any significant neuromuscular or musculoskeletal disorder that would interfere with the study
- Prior history of chronic lower-back pain
- Unable to walk for 20 minutes
- History of any cardiovascular, vestibular, or visual diseases and/or impairments that may interfere with the study
- Cognitive deficits that would impair their ability to give informed consent or impair their ability to follow simple instructions during the experiments. Cognitive deficits will be determined by a Mini-Mental State...
- Adults with a known allergy to medical grade tape Inclusion criteria for elderly participants will be:
- Aged between 65 to 85 years
- Weigh less than 250 lbs due to limitations in the design of the orthoses
- Ability to walk 6 minutes without assistance from a person (may use walking aid) Exclusion criteria for elderly participants will be:
- Pregnant (self-report)
- Significant pain due to arthritis or other joint problems that would limit their ability to walk
- Any recent lower-extremity fracture (within 3 months)
- Significant neurological (e.g., stroke), orthopedic, or cardiovascular disorder that may affect the ability to walk
- Advised by a physician not to walk or exercise
- Uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes
- Cognitive deficits or visual impairment that would impair their ability to give informed consent or impair their ability to follow simple instructions during the experiments. Cognitive deficits will be determined by a...
- Adults with a known allergy to medical grade tape
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, 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, 18 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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