Study on advanced braces for leg injuries
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a new type of leg brace for people who currently use an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) to help with walking or daily activities after a lower leg injury. The goal is to see if the new brace works better and is more comfortable.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a leg injury and use an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) brace
- You are between 18 and 80 years old
- Your weight is between 100 and 275 pounds
- You have been using an AFO brace for more than one month
- You are able to read and understand English or Spanish
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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