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Official title Evaluation of Trunk Assistance Exoskeleton
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07084974
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this interventional study is to evaluate the effect of three different designs of trunk assistance exoskeletons on cumulative lumbar load, trunk extensors' muscular fatigue and comfort in healthy volunteers. The main questions it aims to answer is: will exoskeletons reduce muscle fatigue and cumulative lumbar load.
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 65, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Being able to communicate in french
You likely can't join if
- Back pain in the last year
- Back pain for more than a week in the years prior
- Musculoskeletal injury in the last year
- Trunk musculoskeletal system surgery in the last year
- Scoliosis diagnostic
- Systemic illness, degenerative disease or syndrome related to the trunk musculoskeletal or nervous system
See the full eligibility criteria
- Being able to communicate in french
- Back pain in the last year
- Back pain for more than a week in the years prior
- Musculoskeletal injury in the last year
- Trunk musculoskeletal system surgery in the last year
- Scoliosis diagnostic
- Systemic illness, degenerative disease or syndrome related to the trunk musculoskeletal or nervous system
- Body mass index over 35 kg/m\^2
- History of neurological damage
- Any contraindication to the practice of physical activity
- Incapacity to perform the lifting task at the specified rythm
- Medication with a negative impact on balance
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Québec, Quebec, Canada
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 male, 18 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Québec, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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