R26 G80
Conditions
Interventions
Group 1: The study include four sessions: two sessions of 30 minutes for familiarization with the prototype exosuit, followed by two sessions of 1.5 hours in which participants will walk in three cond
Sponsors
Kinder-Reha Schweiz
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
5 Years to 18 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - height between 110 and 150 cm - weight between 20 and 45 kg - excessive knee and/or hip flexion while walking - able to walk 10 m without the assistance of a person (assistive aids such as crutches, walkers are allowed if needed) - able to understand the test procedure and comply with the protocol requirements - able to understand and answer questions - able to communicate discomfort, pain, and the need for a break - fully completed informed consent form
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - open skin lesions at areas that are in contact with the research prototype
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Changes in kinematic, spatiotemporal and endurance metrics while walking in the three conditions will be measured using 3D motion capture systems and a chest band. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Participant's and therapists' feedback on their experience with the prototype exosuit will be collected with custom-made questionnaires. | — |
Countries
Switzerland
Contacts
Public ContactHubertus van Hedel
Kinder-Reha Schweiz
Outcome results
None listed