Measuring quality of life and physical activity in patients with spastic foot after surgery

Spasticity Multidisciplinary Management : QoL and Physical Activity Measurement with Connected Health Devices (PEPS)

Not applicable Interventional University Hospital, Angers · NCT06138418

This study is trying to see how surgery for spastic foot affects daily walking and quality of life for patients over 18 months.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Angers Government
Locations1 site (Angers)
Trial IDNCT06138418 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the impact of spastic equinus foot surgery on patients' daily gait and quality of life over 18 months. Thirty patients will be monitored using a connected watch to measure their mean daily gait perimeter before and six months after surgery. Comprehensive clinical assessments will be conducted, including demographic data, spasticity evaluations, and functional mobility tests. The study aims to provide insights into the effectiveness of surgical interventions for spastic foot.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who require surgery for spastic foot and are able to walk.

Not a fit: Patients with previous spastic surgery, psychiatric diseases, or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance rehabilitation strategies and improve the quality of life for patients with spastic foot.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results in similar surgical interventions for spasticity, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Over 18 years old
* Walking patient
* Spastic foot surgery indication
* Consent form ok
* Patient with iOS or Android mobile phone

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous spastic surgery
* Psychiatric disease
* Pregnancy

Where this trial is running

Angers

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Spastic Footspasticityspastic footpodometerneurosurgery
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