Hand-Held Dynamometry Isometric Torque Reference Values for Children and Adolescents.
Luc J Hébert, Désirée B Maltais, Céline Lepage...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26397089Actively Recruiting
Age: 5Years - 16Years
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ID06667492
Reliability and Validity of Lower Extremity Dynamometry Assessment in Neurotypical Children
Led by University of Thessaly · Updated on 2025-12-29
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
13 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying the reliability and accuracy of the K-Pull dynamometer, a device designed to measure muscle strength in the lower limbs of children who are developing typically. The study focuses on children aged 5 to 16 years who have voluntary motor control. The goal is to compare the K-Pull's measurements with those from a Cybex isokinetic dynamometer, considered a reference standard. The study involves using the K-Pull dynamometer to assess the isometric strength of the hip and knee muscles by measuring maximum and average torque values during specific joint positions. This device uses traction through a non-elastic strap to help measure muscle contractions. Participants include neurotypical children who meet the age and motor control criteria. Participants will undergo strength assessments using the K-Pull dynamometer, with researchers measuring the average peak torque over approximately five months. The study tracks muscle function in the lower limbs through repeated evaluations. The involvement is observational, focusing on collecting data to understand the device's measurement reliability and validity.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Lower Extremity Dynamometry Assessment in Neurotypical Children
Who Can Participate
Age: 5Years - 16Years
All Genders
Healthy Volunteers
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Typically developing children
- Between the ages of 5 and 16 years
- Have the capacity for voluntary motor control
You will not qualify if you...
- Undergoing 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
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Implementation
Duration - Up to 5 months
Participants undergo assessment using the K-Pull dynamometer to measure isometric muscle strength of the hip and knee flexors and extensors.
Approximately 5 monthly visits (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Department of Physiotherapy - University of Thessaly
Lamia, Phthiotis, Greece, 35132
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Research Team
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George Paras, Ph.D.
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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Number of Arms
1
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