New walking gadget helps Leg-Weak patients move better
NCT ID NCT06548087
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a device called Gigstride in 44 adults who have trouble walking due to leg problems like arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or after joint replacement. The goal was to see if people liked using it and if it helped with walking speed, stairs, and balance. Results will show whether the device is a helpful option for daily mobility.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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44 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Oct 2024
- Finished
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Nov 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female, age \> 18 * Has undergone treatment for a lower extremity mobility deficit, with one of the following causatives Principal Diagnoses Osteoarthritis hip, knee, spine Pre or post hip replacement Pre or post knee replacement Multiple Sclerosis Mild to moderate central spinal stenosis Foot drop Degenerative changes, not otherwise specified Balance issues * Recommended cane, brace, walker, Ankle Foot Orthoses, or electronic or robotic device for management * Provide written consent for participation. * Ability to wear shoes with laces Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to walk. * Shoulder operation within 1 year preceding the study date. * Injury due to a work accident (e.g. workers comp) * Higher functions do not enable proper comprehension of protocol or reliable data recording.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
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