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Can a smarter ankle brace help veterans walk better?

NCT ID NCT07721792

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of South Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two types of ankle foot orthoses (AFOs) — advanced braces that store and release energy versus conventional ones — in veterans and warriors with lower limb injuries. Researchers will measure mobility, balance, and confidence in daily activities to see if the newer design offers real advantages. Participants will try both types of braces during the study.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
advanced ankle foot orthosis (AFO) and conventional ankle foot orthosis (AFO)
What this could lead to
If advanced AFOs prove better, they could become the new standard for helping people with lower limb injuries walk more easily and confidently.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small study (75 people), and individual results may vary. The benefits of advanced AFOs might not be dramatic for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

injury Leg Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANKLE FOOT ORTHOSIS (AFO) LOWER LIMB INJURY LOWER LIMB TRAUMA

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • James A. Haley VA Center of Innovation of Disability & Rehab Research

    RECRUITING

    Tampa, Florida, 33637, United States

    Contact

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  • University of South Florida, Rehabilitation Robotics & Prosthetics Testbed (RRT)

    RECRUITING

    Tampa, Florida, 33620, United States

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    Contact

  • VA New York Harbor Healthcare System

    RECRUITING

    New York, New York, 10010, United States

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    Contact

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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