Testing a robotic exoskeleton for children with walking difficulties
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a robotic exoskeleton called ABLE Kids to help children with walking difficulties due to neurological or muscle conditions. It checks if the device is safe and works well. Children who meet certain size and health requirements may be eligible to participate.
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Who can take part
- Age: The child must be a minor (under 18 years).
- Weight: Less than 75 kg.
- Height: Between 1.0 and 1.5 m.
- Hip width: Maximum distance between greater trochanters must be 35 cm or less.
- Thigh length: Maximum distance from trochanter to knee joint line must be 36 cm or less.
- Lower leg length: Maximum distance from knee joint line to shoe sole must be 45 cm or less.
- Medical stability: No acute medical conditions or recent surgeries.
- Skin integrity: Skin in contact areas must be intact.
- Joint function: No severe contractures or spasticity (Modified Ashworth Scale ≤ 3).
- Bone health: No severe osteoporosis or recent fractures in lower limbs.
- Hip stability: No unstable or painful hip dislocation (Migration Percentage ≤ 50%).
- Head/trunk control: Must have some head and trunk control, or it must be compensable with orthotic support.
- Consent: Parent/guardian consent and child assent as appropriate.
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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