Can a smart foot device retrain walking after hemiplegia?
NCT ID NCT07754773
First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a home-use device called the Motus Nova Foot can improve walking and balance in people aged 12-20 with hemiplegia, a condition where one side of the body is weak. The device moves the ankle and foot while guiding users through video activities, and it tracks how often it's used. Researchers will measure changes in heel strike, foot clearance, muscle activity, and balance using motion capture and other sensors. The goal is to see if this device can help reduce limping and improve overall gait.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Motus Nova Foot device
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this home-based device could offer a convenient way to improve walking and balance for people with hemiplegia, reducing the need for frequent clinic visits.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early-stage study (5 participants), so results may not apply broadly. The device may not produce lasting improvements, and individual responses could vary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mary Bridge Children's Therapy Research & Movement Lab
Puyallup, Washington, 98372, United States
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