Seated Ankle Robot Training for Foot Drop

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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

Be older than 18 years old

Must not have

Active deep venous thrombosis

Distal paretic leg skin lesions, infections, or soft tissue inflammation

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up change from baseline to: post-6 weeks of training, and 6 weeks after completion of training

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

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.

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.

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

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I have chronic foot drop and ankle weakness in one leg due to a nerve or muscle injury.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I currently have a deep vein blood clot.

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I have skin issues or infections on my weak leg.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ change from baseline to: post-6 weeks of training, and 6 weeks after completion of training

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.