Actively Recruiting
Robotic Knee Orthosis-assisted Walking in CP
Led by Hospital for Special Surgery, New York · Updated on 2026-02-13
10
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
94 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Robotic exoskeletons are becoming increasingly accepted to provide upright mobility in individuals with neurological disorders. These devices can assist in overcoming gravitational forces and reduce energy consumption. Agilik is one such device intended for children with neurological disorders. However, Agilik is relatively new, and its efficacy in children with CP is unknown. Therefore, this study aims to assess the effectiveness of Agilik as an assistive device for children with CP and crouch gait. In this pilot study, ten children with CP, GMFCS level II, and crouch gait will walk with Agilik under the supervision of a physical therapist. Assessments of walking with AFO and Agilik will evaluate the efficacy of the device. The pilot study will assess if Agilik decreases crouch and improves gait characteristics in children with CP.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Robotic Knee Orthosis-assisted Walking in CP
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at GMFCS level II
- Exhibits crouch gait
- Between 8 to 17 years of age
- Hip flexion contracture less than 5 degrees
- Knee flexion contracture less than 20 degrees when measured in prone with hips extended
- Thigh-foot angle is between 10 degrees (internal) to 25 degrees (external) in prone
- Can walk a minimum distance of 10 meters without stopping
You will not qualify if you...
- Plantarflexion contracture, when measured in neutral foot alignment
- No other neurological, musculoskeletal, or cardiorespiratory health conditions or injuries
- The presence of any cognitive impairment that could limit the ability to understand, follow simple directions, and inform when in pain
- Inability to participate in the study because of recent orthopedic surgery (within twelve months) or botox intervention (within six months)
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, New York, United States, 10021
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
D
David M Scher, MD
CONTACT
V
Vishnu Deep Chandran, PhD
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
1
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