Healthy walking and balance study
This study collects walking and balance data from healthy people to create a reference guide (a 'normative database') for gait analysis. It will help doctors better compare and understand walking patterns in people with medical conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are a healthy volunteer with no known medical conditions.
- You do not have a neurological disorder (like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or a past stroke).
- You have no balance problems or dizziness that affect daily life.
- You are not taking any medications that affect walking or balance.
- You have not had any surgery on your legs, knees, ankles, or feet in the past.
- You have no current pain in your legs or back.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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