Assessment Tool, Children, Force Measurement, Lower Limb
Conditions
Keywords
dynamometry, lower limb, assessment, child
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the reliability (intra-rater and inter-rater) and criterion validity (using a Cybex isokinetic dynamometer as the reference) of the K-Pull (traction) dynamometer for evaluating lower limb function in children with neurotypical development.
Interventions
DEVICETraction Dynamometry
K-Pull dynamometer (Model MP.09.02.FN, Kinvent, Montpellier, France) is an assessment tool used to quantify muscle strength. It uses traction through a non-elastic strap to facilitate isometric contractions. This instrument will be used to evaluate isometric activity (maximum and average torque values) of the hip and knee flexors and extensors at specific joint angles.
Sponsors
University of Thessaly
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
5 Years to 16 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* typically developing children, * between the ages of 5 and 16 years, * have the capacity for voluntary motor control
Exclusion criteria
: * undergone any treatment or intervention that could impact neuromuscular performance, such as surgery or medication use, * experienced a recent injury * demonstrating low levels of compliance during assessments are not included in the study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Average Peak Torque | Through study completion, an average of 5 months | Average Peak Torque refers to the average highest force output recorded during isometric contractions and represents the maximal strength generated by the muscle group being assessed (e.g., hip or knee flexors and extensors). Unit of Measure: Newton-metre (Nm) |
Countries
Greece
Contacts
Primary ContactGeorge Paras, Ph.D.
Outcome results
None listed