Determining normal walking performance in healthy adults
Determination of Reference Values of the Figure of 8 Walk Test in Healthy Adults
This study is trying to find out what normal walking looks like for healthy adults by testing how they perform on a specific walking test.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gaziantep) |
| Trial ID | NCT06314347 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to establish reference values for the Figure of 8 Walking Test in healthy adults. The test assesses advanced walking performance, which is essential for daily activities that require turning and navigating around obstacles. While the test has been validated for various medical conditions, normative data for healthy individuals is currently lacking. By gathering this data, the study seeks to provide a baseline for evaluating walking performance in clinical settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy adults over 18 years old without any musculoskeletal or neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with physical or cognitive impairments will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide essential reference values that help in assessing walking performance in various clinical populations.
How similar studies have performed: While the Figure of 8 Walk Test has been validated in pathological conditions, this study is novel in establishing reference values for healthy individuals.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * -Above 18 years old * No known musculoskeletal and neurological disorders * healthy adults who are not elite or professional athletes Exclusion Criteria: * People with physical or cognitive impairments
Where this trial is running
Gaziantep
- Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University — Gaziantep, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Zekiye İpek Katırcı Kırmacı — Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University
- Study coordinator: Zekiye İpek Katırcı Kırmacı
- Email: ipekkatirci@hotmail.com
- Phone: +90 544 261 82 85
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.