Impact of Foot Orthoses on Gait in Individuals With Ataxia

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Conditions studied: Ataxia

In brief

This study is the first to assess the impact of lower extremity orthoses on gait and balance in individuals with CA. By investigating how orthoses influence mobility and stability, this research will provide critical data to inform clinical guidelines, improve patient care, and support evidence-based orthotic prescriptions for individuals with CA.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07720700

Run by

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

People needed

20

Starts

2025-11-21

Expected to finish

2027-12-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-07-22

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Cerebellar ataxia diagnosed by a physician
• Ambulatory for 16 feet (Zeno mat) with assistance and without assistive device(s)
• 18 years or older

You may not qualify if…

• Gait velocity >/= 100 cm/sec without an assistive device
• Medically diagnosed orthopedic conditions or injuries that impact ambulation
• Unhealed wounds on the feet

Where it is running

• UT Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, Texas, United States (enrolling)

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