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The proposed study evaluates the effect of medial and lateral wedges and carbon fiber custom dynamic orthoses (CDOs) on lower limb forces and motion during walking. Previous work has used foam wedges of different stiffness and height placed under the heel to alter CDO alignment and alter lower limb mechanics. Medial or lateral wedges have been used by individuals with unilateral knee osteoarthritis in effort to reduce knee loading. In this study, medial and lateral wedges will be placed in participants shoes, with the tall side of the wedge placed on the medial or lateral aspect of the shoes, and participants will walk at controlled and self-selected speeds and complete physical performance measures. Participants will also walk without a CDO. The proposed study will provide evidence that can be used by physicians when treating knee osteoarthritis.
The primary purpose of this line of research is to investigate the effects of combined carbon fiber custom dynamic orthosis (CDO) and medial or lateral wedge use on biomechanics during gait in effort to reduce unilateral knee compartment loading. The medial or lateral wedges are composed of foam, run the length of the foot, and will be placed so the tall side of the wedge is on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial and lateral edges of the foot respectively. The use of medial and lateral wedges to treat unilateral knee osteoarthritis (OA) has been studied previously, generally without combined use of a foot and ankle brace such as a CDO. Previous work has demonstrated that foam wedges, of different height and stiffness, placed under the heel of a CDO affects sagittal plane gait biomechanics, including ankle plantarflexion and knee extension moments. The additional support and restriction of motion at the ankle associated with CDO use may emphasize results seen at the knee with medial or lateral wedging. Therefore, the proposed effort is designed to evaluate how different medial or lateral wedges placed under a CDO influence frontal plane knee biomechanics during level over-ground gait and physical performance during tests of agility, speed, and lower limb power. The proposed study will provide evidence that can be used by physicians when treating knee osteoarthritis.
In this research study, data will be collected from a cohort of healthy adult participants with no history of lower limb injuries or functional deficits. Participants will be evaluated using a series of study measures under each of the four conditions; without a brace (NoCDO), with a brace and no wedge (CDO), with a brace and a medial wedge placed in the shoe (Medial), and with a brace and a lateral wedge placed in the shoe (Lateral). The wedge will be placed in a medial and lateral position to determine effectiveness of combined wedging and CDO use in treating both medial and lateral knee OA. Testing will be randomized for each participant. Participants will walk on a level-ground walkway at self-selected and controlled speeds. Physical performance measures will incorporate tests of agility, speed, and lower limb power to ensure that the CDO and wedge do not negatively affect physical function. Questionnaires will be used to evaluate participants' pain and perception of comfort and smoothness for each testing condition.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Arm 1 | Experimental | Testing Order: NoCDO, CDO, Lateral, Medial |
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| Arm 2 | Experimental | Testing Order: NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral |
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| Arm 3 | Experimental | Testing Order: NoCDO, Medial, CDO, Lateral |
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| Arm 4 | Experimental | Testing Order: NoCDO, Medial, Lateral, CDO |
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| Arm 5 | Experimental | Testing Order: NoCDO, Lateral, Medial, CDO |
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| Medial or Lateral Wedge | Device | A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. |
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| Knee Range of Motion | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) were used to evaluate the motion of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Sagittal plane knee range of motion (degrees) was measured throughout the gait cycle. | Baseline |
| Peak Knee Moment | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) and three force plates (1200Hz, AMTI Inc., Watertown, MA) were used to evaluate the motion and loading of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Peak knee valgus moment was measured during stance phase and normalized to the participants body weight (Nm/kg). | Baseline |
| Four Square Step Test (4SST) | The 4SST (s) is a standardized timed test of balance and agility. Participants start in the lower left quadrant of a Maltese cross setting on the floor and are timed as they move counterclockwise (forward, right, backward, left) and then clockwise (right, forward, left, backward) around the cross. Participants are instructed to move as quickly as they safely can. | Baseline |
| Numerical Pain Rating Scale | Pain will be assessed using a standard 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), in which 0 = no pain and 10 = worst pain imaginable. | Baseline |
| Modified Socket Comfort Score (Comfort) |
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| Ankle Range of Motion | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) were used to evaluate the motion of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Sagittal plane ankle range of motion (degrees) was measured throughout the gait cycle. |
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| Semi-Structured Interview | Semi-structured interviews will also be used to fully capture the patients' perspectives, experience, and opinions associated with the testing conditions they experienced as part of the study. | Baseline |
| Center of Pressure Velocity Timing |
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| Jason M Wilken | University of Iowa | Principal Investigator |
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| University of Iowa | Iowa City | Iowa | 52241 | United States |
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All participants completed study activities in each of the experimental conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order.
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| FG000 | NoCDO, CDO, Lateral, Medial | Testing Order: NoCDO, CDO, Lateral, Medial Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| FG001 | NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral | Testing Order: NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| FG002 | NoCDO, Medial, CDO, Lateral | Testing Order: NoCDO, Medial, CDO, Lateral Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| FG003 | NoCDO, Medial, Lateral, CDO | Testing Order: NoCDO, Medial, Lateral, CDO Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| FG004 | NoCDO, Lateral, Medial, CDO | Testing Order: NoCDO, Lateral, Medial, CDO Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| FG005 | NoCDO, Lateral, CDO, Medial | Testing Order: NoCDO, Lateral, CDO, Medial Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
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The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order.
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| BG000 | NoCDO, CDO, Lateral, Medial | Testing Order: NoCDO, CDO, Lateral, Medial Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
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| Primary | Knee Range of Motion | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) were used to evaluate the motion of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Sagittal plane knee range of motion (degrees) was measured throughout the gait cycle. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | degrees | Baseline |
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Study participants were monitored/assessed for adverse advents throughout the duration of the study visit, up to 4 hours. Participants were also instructed to call or email the research team if any adverse events related to the study occurred after completion of the study visit, up to 6 months.
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| ID | Title | Description | Deaths (Affected) | Deaths (At Risk) | Serious Events (Affected) | Serious Events (At Risk) | Other Events (Affected) | Other Events (At Risk) |
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| EG000 | NoCDO | Participants completed testing without an orthosis or wedge, wearing shoes only. |
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| Discomfort | General disorders | Non-systematic Assessment | One participant found the CDO uncomfortable during walking and only completed testing in three of the four conditions. The participant indicated that the discomfort stopped after removing the CDO and that they had no lasting negative effects. |
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| Jason M Wilken, PT, PhD | The University of Iowa | 319-335-6857 | jason-wilken@uiowa.edu |
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| Type | Includes Protocol | Includes SAP | Includes ICF | Document Label | Document Date | Document Uploaded Date | Document File Name |
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| Prot_SAP | Yes | Yes | No | Study Protocol and Statistical Analysis Plan | Oct 19, 2023 | Nov 30, 2023 | Prot_SAP_000.pdf |
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| D054198 | Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma |
| D020370 | Osteoarthritis, Knee |
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| D007945 | Leukemia, Lymphoid |
| D007938 | Leukemia |
| D009370 | Neoplasms by Histologic Type |
| D009369 | Neoplasms |
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Participants will be evaluated without a CDO (NoCDO), with a CDO and no wedge (CDO), with a CDO and a wedge placed on the medial aspect of the shoe (Medial), and with a CDO and a wedge placed on the lateral aspect of the shoe (Lateral)
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Participants will be blinded to the testing conditions to the greatest extent possible.
Testing Order: NoCDO, Lateral, CDO, Medial |
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| Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis | Device | A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
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Participants were asked to rate the comfort of each braced condition (CDO Only, Medial, Lateral) on a scale from 0-10 with 0 = most uncomfortable to 10 = most comfortable. |
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| Modified Socket Comfort Score (Smoothness) | Participants were asked to rate the smoothness of each braced condition (CDO Only, Medial, Lateral) on a scale from 0-10 with 0 = most smooth to 10 = least smooth. | Baseline |
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| Peak Ankle Moment | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) and three force plates (1200Hz, AMTI Inc., Watertown, MA) were used to evaluate the motion and loading of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Peak ankle plantarflexor moment was measured during stance phase and normalized to the participants body weight (Nm/kg). | Baseline |
| Peak Ankle Power | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) and three force plates (1200Hz, AMTI Inc., Watertown, MA) were used to evaluate the motion and loading of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Peak ankle push-off power was measured during stance phase and normalized to the participants body weight (W/kg). | Baseline |
| Sit to Stand 5 Times (STS5) | STS5 (s) is a well-established timed measure of lower limb muscle strength and power. Participants are timed as they stand up and sit down 5 times as fast as possible. | Baseline |
Timing of peak center of pressure velocity (percent stance) during gait. |
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| Center of Pressure Velocity Magnitude | Magnitude of peak center of pressure velocity (m/s) during gait. | Baseline |
| BG001 | NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral | Testing Order: NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| BG002 | NoCDO, Medial, CDO, Lateral | Testing Order: NoCDO, Medial, CDO, Lateral Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| BG003 | NoCDO, Medial, Lateral, CDO | Testing Order: NoCDO, Medial, Lateral, CDO Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| BG004 | NoCDO, Lateral, Medial, CDO | Testing Order: NoCDO, Lateral, Medial, CDO Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| BG005 | NoCDO, Lateral, CDO, Medial | Testing Order: NoCDO, Lateral, CDO, Medial Medial or Lateral Wedge: A foam wedge that is placed inside the shoe under the CDO, that runs along the length of the foot. The tall side of the wedge will be placed on the medial (Medial Wedge) or lateral (Lateral Wedge) aspect of the shoe to preferentially load the medial or lateral side of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis: A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
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Participants completed testing without an orthosis or wedge, wearing shoes only.
| OG001 | CDO Only | Participants completed testing while wearing a CDO with no wedges. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis (CDO): A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| OG002 | Medial | Participants completed testing while wearing a CDO with a Medial wedges placed under the CDO footplate. The Medial wedge elevated the medial edge of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis (CDO): A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
| OG003 | Lateral | Participants completed testing while wearing a CDO with a Lateral wedges placed under the CDO footplate. The Lateral wedge elevated the lateral edge of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis (CDO): A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. |
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| Primary | Peak Knee Moment | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) and three force plates (1200Hz, AMTI Inc., Watertown, MA) were used to evaluate the motion and loading of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Peak knee valgus moment was measured during stance phase and normalized to the participants body weight (Nm/kg). | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | Nm/kg | Baseline |
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| Primary | Four Square Step Test (4SST) | The 4SST (s) is a standardized timed test of balance and agility. Participants start in the lower left quadrant of a Maltese cross setting on the floor and are timed as they move counterclockwise (forward, right, backward, left) and then clockwise (right, forward, left, backward) around the cross. Participants are instructed to move as quickly as they safely can. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | seconds | Baseline |
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| Primary | Numerical Pain Rating Scale | Pain will be assessed using a standard 11-point numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), in which 0 = no pain and 10 = worst pain imaginable. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | units on a scale | Baseline |
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| Primary | Modified Socket Comfort Score (Comfort) | Participants were asked to rate the comfort of each braced condition (CDO Only, Medial, Lateral) on a scale from 0-10 with 0 = most uncomfortable to 10 = most comfortable. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | units on a scale | Baseline |
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| Primary | Modified Socket Comfort Score (Smoothness) | Participants were asked to rate the smoothness of each braced condition (CDO Only, Medial, Lateral) on a scale from 0-10 with 0 = most smooth to 10 = least smooth. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | units on a scale | Baseline |
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| Secondary | Ankle Range of Motion | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) were used to evaluate the motion of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Sagittal plane ankle range of motion (degrees) was measured throughout the gait cycle. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | degrees | Baseline |
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| Secondary | Peak Ankle Moment | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) and three force plates (1200Hz, AMTI Inc., Watertown, MA) were used to evaluate the motion and loading of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Peak ankle plantarflexor moment was measured during stance phase and normalized to the participants body weight (Nm/kg). | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | Nm/kg | Baseline |
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| Secondary | Peak Ankle Power | Participants completed a biomechanical gait analysis session in all testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO Only, Medial, Lateral). Retro-reflective markers were placed on the participants skin and 12 infrared motion capture cameras (120Hz, Vicon Ltd., Oxford, UK) and three force plates (1200Hz, AMTI Inc., Watertown, MA) were used to evaluate the motion and loading of the lower limb as participants walked at a controlled walking speed based on leg length. A minimum of three gait cycles were used to calculate mean(SD) values. Peak ankle push-off power was measured during stance phase and normalized to the participants body weight (W/kg). | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | W/kg | Baseline |
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| Secondary | Sit to Stand 5 Times (STS5) | STS5 (s) is a well-established timed measure of lower limb muscle strength and power. Participants are timed as they stand up and sit down 5 times as fast as possible. | The study population consisted of healthy individuals ages 18-45 who met all of the study inclusion and none of the study exclusion criteria. All participants completed study activities in each of the testing conditions (NoCDO, CDO, Medial, Lateral) in a randomized order. | Posted | Mean | Standard Deviation | seconds | Baseline |
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| Other Pre-specified | Semi-Structured Interview | Semi-structured interviews will also be used to fully capture the patients' perspectives, experience, and opinions associated with the testing conditions they experienced as part of the study. | Not Posted | Baseline | Participants |
| Other Pre-specified | Center of Pressure Velocity Timing | Timing of peak center of pressure velocity (percent stance) during gait. | Not Posted | Baseline | Participants |
| Other Pre-specified | Center of Pressure Velocity Magnitude | Magnitude of peak center of pressure velocity (m/s) during gait. | Not Posted | Baseline | Participants |
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| EG001 | CDO Only | Participants completed testing while wearing a CDO with no wedges. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis (CDO): A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. | 0 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| EG002 | Medial | Participants completed testing while wearing a CDO with a Medial wedges placed under the CDO footplate. The Medial wedge elevated the medial edge of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis (CDO): A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. | 0 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| EG003 | Lateral | Participants completed testing while wearing a CDO with a Lateral wedges placed under the CDO footplate. The Lateral wedge elevated the lateral edge of the foot. Carbon Fiber Custom Dynamic Orthosis (CDO): A device that consists of a proximal cuff that wraps around the leg just below the knee, a posterior strut that runs the length of the leg, and a semi-rigid footplate that goes under the length of the foot. | 0 | 20 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 20 |
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| D006402 |
| Hematologic Diseases |
| D006425 | Hemic and Lymphatic Diseases |
| D008232 | Lymphoproliferative Disorders |
| D008206 | Lymphatic Diseases |
| D007160 | Immunoproliferative Disorders |
| D007154 | Immune System Diseases |
| D010003 | Osteoarthritis |
| D001168 | Arthritis |
| D007592 | Joint Diseases |
| D009140 | Musculoskeletal Diseases |
| D012216 | Rheumatic Diseases |