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walk2Wellness: Long-term Use Effects of Walkasins® Wearable Sensory Prosthesis on Gait Function, Balance-Confidence, and Social Participation
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Walkasins for Sensory Peripheral Neuropathy and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 69 participants across 5 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the long-term effects of Walkasins® use on clinical and subject-reported outcomes of balance and gait function, quality of life, physical activity/participation, pain, and medication use in persons with peripheral neuropathy who experience balance problems.
Study Details
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Interventions
Walkasins® consist of two parts for each leg: the Haptic Module (leg unit) and the Receptor Sole (foot pad). The Haptic Module wraps around the lower leg of the user and contains electronics for reading Receptor Sole pressure signals, a microprocessor, and four vibrating motors that provide gentle tactile sensory cues to the front, back, medial, and lateral surfaces of the user's leg. These cues reflect real-time foot pressure information at a location above the ankle where skin sensation is still present.