Comparing balance measurements using gyroscopic sensors
Quantified Balance Measures During Stance and Gait: Comparison of a New Micro-mechanical Gyro-system (Sensoro Von Hocoma AG) With SwayStar (Balance Int. Innov.) for Measurements of Balance Control of Healthy Controls.
This study is testing a new balance measurement device called Sensoro to see if it works as well as the existing SwayStar system for people doing balance tasks.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Basel) |
| Trial ID | NCT02509455 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to compare trunk sway measurements obtained from a new device, Sensoro, with those from the established SwayStar system. Participants will perform a series of balance tasks while data is collected from both systems to assess their accuracy and reliability. The study will analyze long-duration recordings and various stance and gait tasks to evaluate differences in balance control. The goal is to determine if Sensoro can provide comparable measurements to SwayStar, potentially enhancing balance assessment methods.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals who self-report no balance problems and can stand on one leg with their eyes closed for at least 14 seconds.
Not a fit: Patients with orthopedic problems or diseases that affect balance will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the accuracy of balance assessments, leading to better management of balance-related issues.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown the potential for body-mounted sensors to enhance balance measurement accuracy.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * self reported lack of balance problems (checked by the ability to stand on 1 leg, eyes closed, for at least 14 secs). Exclusion Criteria: * orthopaedic problems * presence of diseases which cause balance problems.
Where this trial is running
Basel
- Lab for Exp Otoneurology, University Hospital Basel — Basel, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: John HJ Allum, DSc — University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland
- Study coordinator: John HJ Allum, DSc
- Email: john.allum@usb.ch
- Phone: +41612652041
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.