Comparing two ankle-foot braces for children with cerebral palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two types of ankle-foot braces (orthoses) to see which one helps kids with cerebral palsy move better, feel more comfortable, and take part in daily activities. Families will get help understanding their child's mobility options.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child must be between 8 and 15 years old.
- They must have spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy (tight muscles on one side) and be able to walk without help.
- They need to use a plastic ankle-foot brace every day to help with walking.
- They must be able to walk and run 10 meters (about 30 feet) without help, and jump with both feet.
- No botox injections in the last 4 months.
- No recent surgery (within 6–12 months depending on the type) and no planned surgery during the study.
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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