Carbon braces may help kids with nerve conditions walk better
NCT ID NCT06740006
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested prefabricated carbon fiber ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) in 65 children and teenagers with conditions like cerebral palsy, spina bifida, or spinal cord injuries that affect walking. Researchers measured stride length, walking speed, and user satisfaction by comparing 3D gait analysis with and without the brace. The goal was to see if these lightweight carbon braces improve walking and are a good option for young patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- prefabricated carbon fiber ankle-foot orthosis (WalkOn AFO)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that carbon orthoses are a helpful option to improve walking in children with neurological conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study, not a controlled trial. Results may not apply to all children, and the orthosis may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Institut Saint Pierre
Palavas-les-Flots, 34250, France
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