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Kids' shoes may change brain waves while walking, study finds

NCT ID NCT07151352

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Malaga Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how different types of footwear affect brain activity in 37 children aged 6-7 years. Each child walks while wearing no shoes, minimalist shoes, and regular structured shoes, and their brain waves are recorded with a wireless EEG cap. The goal is to see if shoe type changes how the brain controls movement, which could help design better shoes for kids.

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could provide insights into how different types of shoes affect children's brain activity during walking, potentially influencing future footwear design for healthy development.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 37 children, so results may not apply to all kids. It measures brain waves, not health outcomes, so practical recommendations are uncertain.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

37 people

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Started

Aug 2025

Expected to finish

Sep 2025

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

6 to 7 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 6-7 years. * Typical motor and neurological development according to school or medical reports. * Ability to understand and follow simple instructions. * No regular use of barefoot-style footwear in the past six months. * Written informed consent provided by a parent or legal guardian. * Verbal assent provided by the child in an age-appropriate manner. Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, motor dysfunction). * Orthopedic or neuromuscular conditions affecting gait (e.g., equinus foot, cerebral palsy). * Lower-limb surgery within the previous 6 months. * Use of medication affecting alertness, muscle tone, or motor control. * Scalp lesions or intolerance to EEG headset use. * Any condition that, in the investigator's judgment, could interfere with study participation or data integrity.

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  • University of Malaga

    Málaga, Malaga, 29071, Spain

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