Comparing Digitally and Traditionally Made Ankle Foot Orthoses

Technology
Standing/walking/mobility
Online since 13 March 2025, updated 33 days ago

About this trial

The research is being done to compare two methods of creating AFOs: 1. The traditional method, which involves manually creating a mold from a plaster cast of the client's limb. This is time-consuming ...

Included participants

Gender
All
Age
≥ 8 years
Injury level
C1 - S5
  • Severity (AIS)?
  • Time since injury
    All
    Healthy volunteers
    No
    C1-S5

    What’s involved

    Type

    Technology

    Details

    This study is designed to compare two methods of creating ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs), which are devices used to support the lower limbs in people with mobility impairments due to conditions like stroke or cerebral palsy. The traditional method involves manually creating a mold from a plaster cast of the patient's limb, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. The new method uses digital technology, such as 3D scanning and printing, to design and produce the AFOs, potentially making the process faster and less costly. The purpose of the study is to test whether AFOs made using digital technology can provide the same clinical benefits as those made traditionally, but with greater efficiency and at a lower cost. The research will gather data on patient satisfaction, the functionality of the AFOs, and the costs associated with each method. This will help determine if the digital method can be a viable alternative to traditional AFO production, potentially leading to better patient care and reduced healthcare costs. The study poses the overarching research question: Can digitally produced ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) achieve similar positive clinical outcomes to traditionally fabricated AFOs while being more efficient and cost-effective? The primary objective of this feasibility study is to inform the design of a larger randomized controlled trial (RCT) that will comprehensively address this question.

    Potential benefits

    Main benefits

    Standing/walking/mobility

    Additional benefits

    General health

    Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.

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    • Trial recruitment status
    • Recruiting soon
    • Trial start date
    • 1 Mar 2025
    • Organisation
    • Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
    • Trial recruitment status
    • Recruiting soon
    • Trial start date
    • 1 Mar 2025
    • Organisation
    • Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

    Wings for Life supports SCITrialsFinder

    Wings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.

    Learn more