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Changes in Muscle Activity of Children With Spastic Unilat Cerebral Palsy Using 2 Types of Ankle-foot Orthoses to Walk

Launched by OSLO UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Nov 28, 2017

Trial Information

Current as of May 22, 2025

Unknown status

Keywords

Spastic Unilateral Cerebral Palsy, Ankle Foot Orthosis, Afo, Muscle Activity, Muscular Activity, Electromyography, Emg,

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Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion criteria:
  • Spastic unilateral cerebral palsy (hemiplegic)
  • Use of an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) during walking because of equinus in the ankle,
  • Excessive plantarflexion during walking
  • Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) I or II
  • Exclusion criteria:
  • Orthopedic surgery on the involved lower limb during the previous 12 months
  • Treated with BTX-a in muscles of the involved lower limb during the previous 6 months
  • Operated with selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR)
  • Passive dorsiflexion in the ankle, passive extension of the knee and hip \< 0 degrees (no fixed contractures)

About Oslo University Hospital

Oslo University Hospital is a leading academic medical center in Norway, renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. As a prominent sponsor of clinical studies, the hospital integrates cutting-edge scientific inquiry with patient care, fostering an environment that promotes the development of new therapies and treatment strategies. With a multidisciplinary approach, Oslo University Hospital collaborates with various stakeholders, including researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners, to enhance clinical outcomes and contribute to the global medical community. Its dedication to ethical standards and patient safety ensures that all trials are conducted with the highest level of integrity and respect for participant welfare.

Locations

Oslo, , Norway

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Ann-Britt Huse, M. Sc.

Principal Investigator

Oslo Universety Hospital, Oslo, Norway

Timeline

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