Comparison of the Functional Walking Outcomes of Two Settings of a Commercially Available AFO in … (NCT02122783) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison of the Functional Walking Outcomes of Two Settings of a Commercially Available AFO in Adult Stroke Patients
United States5 participantsStarted 2013-01
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate how two different settings of a commercially available ankle foot brace affect how stroke patients walk. The study brace is an ankle foot orthosis (AFO) that makes use of a newer type of joint that contains a soft insert, in addition to the conventional hard stops, to limit the range of motion of the ankle during walking. The results of this study will help to clarify 1) whether and how this new joint affects the way you walk, 2) whether it makes it easier for the clinician to align your brace and 3) your opinions about the new joint.
Who can participate
Age range21 Years – 70 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion criteria
✓. Between the ages of 21 and 70 males and non-pregnant females
✓. Diagnosis of stroke more than 1 year ago
✓. Ambulatory at 0.5m/s or greater
✓. Require unilateral AFOs to ambulate
✓. Stable medical condition - no concomitant progressive diseases that could affect motor function
✓. Ability to comply with directions and cooperate with research team
Exclusion criteria
✕. Subjects who are currently receiving physical therapy for gait problems
✕. Anticipated surgical or pharmacologic intervention for tone/contractures during the study period