Gait Asymmetry in Orthopaedic Conditions of the Lower Extremity Assessed Using Portable and Laboratory Based Systems: Cross-sectional Observational Single-centre Pilot Study
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Ankle Osteoarthritis
- Sponsor
- University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland
- Enrollment
- 150
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- symmetry index
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 6 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
To date, detailed analysis of movement patterns in orthopaedic conditions are mainly performed in research projects. Because these tests are time consuming, they are not feasible in clinical routine or in standard examinations. Novel technologies allow capturing detailed movement patters within a few minutes. The aim of this regional study is to compare aspects of movement tasks measured using a mobile gait analysis system to those measured using laboratory based systems and to determine aspects of gait patterns relevant for different orthopaedic conditions. Moreover, the researchers will investigate if these relevant aspects can be altered using surgical treatment or manual therapy.
Detailed Description
This is a cross-sectional study. Pre- and post-treatment data will only be collected in patients undergoing routine orthopaedic treatment.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Age ≥ 40 years, for patients: diagnosed osteoarthritis at the ankle, knee or hip, lumbar spinal stenosis or limited range of motion at the knee
Exclusion Criteria
- •Body mass index \> 35kg/m2
- •Use of walking aids
- •Inability to walk for 6 minutes
- •Neuromuscular disorders affecting gait
- •Cardiovascular disease
- •Inability to follow procedures due to psychological disorders or dementia
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
symmetry index
Time Frame: up to 6 months
gait asymmetry assessed using a portable and laboratory gait analysis systems
Secondary Outcomes
- change in symmetry index(up to 6 months)
- maximum isokinetic joint moment [Nm](up to 6 months)
- relative electromyographic (EMG) intensity(up to 6 months)
- differences between maximum flexion and extension [degrees](up to 6 months)