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
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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.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Oslo, , Norway
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Ann-Britt Huse, M. Sc.
Principal Investigator
Oslo Universety Hospital, Oslo, Norway
Timeline
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