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NCT03192046 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

Bracing for Walking in Parkinson's Disease

A NA study of Parkinson Disease and Gait Disorders, Neurologic, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

Completed
Registry status
NA
Development phase
10
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT03192046 is a NA study of Parkinson Disease and Gait Disorders, Neurologic that has completed, run by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. The registered enrollment target is 10 participants, below the 5,326-participant average among 297 other Parkinson Disease trials with a reported enrollment target (100% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT03192046, a NA study of Parkinson Disease and Gait Disorders, Neurologic, has completed, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

COMPLETED
Registry status
NA
Development phase
10 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disease that results in characteristic gait dysfunction. Gait problems include decreased velocity, decreased stride length, difficulty with initiation of gait, postural stability problems and alteration in joint kinematics.1 In this typically older patient population, these gait deviations affect their participation in household and community activities. The standard of care is currently focused on therapeutic exercise and cueing of various types (visual, auditory, verbal). Current interventions have not been demonstrated to markedly improve gait kinematics, so there is a need to identify interventions that could improve gait performance in this population. Lower extremity bracing is a common and well-established intervention for gait dysfunction with other populations, including stroke and brain injury. The braces allow for improved stability, sensory feedback, and consistent tactile cues to allow patients to have the best gait mechanics with each step. It is reasonable to hypothesize that appropriate bracing may have the potential to improve gait function and kinematics in PD since these patient often have gastroc-soleus weakness. Data from our early pilot studies indicates that bracing individuals with PD can positively impact their mobility. This includes improvements in velocity, step length, and dynamic balance. Additional data supported an upward trend in quality of life.

Interventions

  • DEVICE Carbon Fiber Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
  • OTHER Standardized walking/exercise program

Study Locations (1)

Texas

  • UT Southwestern - Dallas

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 10 participants
Start Date 2016-09
Est. Completion 2020-12
Phase NA

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03192046

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03192046 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 10 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 5,326-participant average among 297 other Parkinson Disease trials with a reported enrollment target (100% lower). The listed sponsor is University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, which has 837 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Parkinson Disease appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Carbon Fiber Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) is the first listed.

NCT03192046 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT03192046 about?

NCT03192046 is a clinical study titled "Bracing for Walking in Parkinson's Disease". Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disease that results in characteristic gait dysfunction. Gait problems include decreased velocity, decreased stride length, difficulty with initiation of gait, postural stability problems and alteration in joint kinematics.1 In this typically olde...

What is the current status of trial NCT03192046?

This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 10 participants. The study started on 2016-09. Estimated completion is 2020-12.

What conditions does trial NCT03192046 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Parkinson Disease, Gait Disorders, Neurologic.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03192046?

The interventions under investigation include: Carbon Fiber Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) (DEVICE), Standardized walking/exercise program (OTHER).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03192046?

This trial is sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, which has 837 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT03192046 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Texas. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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