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Robotics

Seated Ankle Robot Training for Foot Drop

N/A
Waitlist Available
Led By Charlene E. Hafer-Macko, M.D.
Research Sponsored by Baltimore VA Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Chronic foot drop and ankle weakness in one leg from a peripheral nervous system injury due to a neuromuscular or orthopedic injury
Chronic foot drop and ankle weakness in one leg from a peripheral nervous system injury due to a neuromuscular or orthopedic injury
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up change from baseline to: post-6 weeks of training, and 6 weeks after completion of training
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Study Summary

This trial will test if an ankle robot can help people with ankle weakness and foot drop from a peripheral nervous system injury.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for men and women aged 18 to 88 with chronic foot drop and ankle weakness in one leg due to neuromuscular or orthopedic injuries. Participants must be able to walk 10 meters and get up from a chair without help, though they can use assistive devices.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing the effectiveness of a seated ankle robot training program designed for people suffering from foot drop as a result of peripheral nervous system injuries.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly listed, potential side effects may include discomfort at the site of robotic assistance, muscle soreness, fatigue from exercise, or skin irritation around the affected area.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have chronic foot drop and ankle weakness in one leg due to a nerve or muscle injury.
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I have chronic foot drop and ankle weakness in one leg due to a nerve or muscle injury.
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I am between 18 and 88 years old.
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I can walk 10 meters and get up from a chair by myself, but I may use devices like a cane.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~change from baseline to: post-6 weeks of training, and 6 weeks after completion of training
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and change from baseline to: post-6 weeks of training, and 6 weeks after completion of training for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Ankle
Ankle inversion-eversion range of motion
Gait
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Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Seated Ankle Robot TrainingExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Baltimore VA Medical CenterLead Sponsor
32 Previous Clinical Trials
3,025 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Foot Drop
100 Patients Enrolled for Foot Drop
Charlene E. Hafer-Macko, M.D.Principal InvestigatorBaltimore VA Medical Center
1 Previous Clinical Trials
100 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Foot Drop
100 Patients Enrolled for Foot Drop

Media Library

Seated Ankle Robot (Robotics) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT03530592 — N/A
Foot Drop Research Study Groups: Seated Ankle Robot Training
Foot Drop Clinical Trial 2023: Seated Ankle Robot Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT03530592 — N/A
Seated Ankle Robot (Robotics) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT03530592 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is this clinical trial accommodating participants of all ages, including those younger than 65?

"Those aged 18 to 88 are eligible for this medical investigation. Moreover, a separate trial is accessible for minors and elderly patients (above 65) with 36 trials available in total."

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Is it possible for me to join this medical exploration?

"The criteria for eligibility in this trial is foot drop and an age between 18 to 88. In total, 100 patients will be accepted into the study."

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Are there still slots available to participate in this research?

"According to the registry on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial does not currently have any active recruitment campaigns in progress; its last updated date was May 8th 2018. However, 341 other studies are actively seeking patients at this moment."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Ohio
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
Baltimore VA Medical Center
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
~45 spots leftby Dec 2028