Ankle gadgets aim to boost senior mobility
NCT ID NCT06284525
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tested whether special ankle devices that either resist or assist movement can improve walking in older adults. Nine people aged 65 to 85 with muscle loss (sarcopenia) took part. Researchers measured changes in walking distance, energy use, and ankle strength.
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Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona, 86011, United States
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