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The Effects of Ankle Foot Orthoses (AFOs) on Mobility in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Ankle foot orthosis for Multiple Sclerosis. Completed, enrolled 2 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) on the spatial and temporal gait parameters, electromyography (EMG), walking endurance, and quality of life in select individuals living with MS. The hypotheses of the study are: 1. Individuals who are fit with an AFO will demonstrate improvements in spatial and temporal gait parameters 2. Individuals who are fit with an AFO will demonstrate improvements in walking endurance. 3. Individuals who are fit with an AFO will demonstrate improvements in muscle firing profiles/EMG measures. 4. Individuals who are fit with an AFO will demonstrate improvements in quality of life.
Study Details
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Interventions
The ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) that will be used are designed to provide assistance with anterior tibial advancement during stance and dorsi flexion assistance during swing. The device(s) are polypropylene and are custom-fabricated.