A new ankle brace that adjusts stiffness to help children with cerebral palsy walk better.
An adjustable stiffness orthosis to maintain muscle engagement and push-off power in cerebral palsy.
This study is testing a new type of ankle brace that can change its stiffness to help kids with cerebral palsy move better while playing and running, making sure it meets their needs and improves their daily activities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Biomotum, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10759670 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new type of ankle foot orthosis (AFO) that can adjust its stiffness to better support children with cerebral palsy. The goal is to create a device that allows for improved mobility during various activities, such as playing and running, by adapting to the child's needs. The study will involve validating the benefits of this adjustable AFO and understanding the needs of potential users to ensure it is effective and manufacturable. By addressing the limitations of current AFO designs, this research aims to enhance the quality of life for children with movement disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with cerebral palsy who require support for walking and movement.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have cerebral palsy or those who are not ambulatory may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mobility and independence for children with cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing adaptive orthotic devices, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Portland, UNITED STATES
- Biomotum, LLC — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lerner, Zachary Forest — Biomotum, LLC
- Study coordinator: Lerner, Zachary Forest
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.