Evaluating the Nomad powered KAFO for improving mobility in individuals with lower-extremity impairments

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to assess the effectiveness of the Nomad powered knee-ankle-foot orthosis (P-KAFO) in enhancing mobility, balance, and quality of life for individuals who have experienced musculoskeletal or neurological injuries. Participants will use both their own brace and the Nomad device over a three-month period, with their activities monitored through sensors. The study will compare the outcomes of using the Nomad P-KAFO against the participants' existing braces to determine improvements in mobility and reduction in falls.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Regular and compliant use of a unilateral or bilateral KAFO or SCO or other passive KAFOs for impairment due to neurological or neuromuscular disease, orthopedic disease, or trauma
* Cognitive ability to understand and follow the study protocol; willingness to provide informed consent
* Willing to wear and charge an activity monitor for three-months home trials.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Flexion contracture in the knee and/or hip joint in excess of 15 degrees
* Non-correctable knee varus/valgus in excess of 15 degrees
* Severe spasticity
* Inability to stabilize the trunk with or without assistive devices (crutches, canes, etc.)

Where it's running

• Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
  Chicago, Illinois, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Arun Jayaraman, PhD
• Email: ajayaraman@sralab.org
• Phone: 312-238-6875

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.