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Smart sock aims to steady shaky steps in nerve damage patients

NCT ID NCT07554443

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a device called Walkasins, worn like an ankle strap and insole, that gives gentle vibrations to help people with peripheral neuropathy feel their feet better. The goal is to see if it improves walking, balance, and daily physical activity. Eighteen adults aged 60 and older with nerve damage will wear the device for 10 weeks while researchers track their steps, activity levels, and walking tests.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Walkasins wearable sensory prosthesis
What this could lead to
If it works, this device could help older adults with nerve damage walk better, feel steadier, and be more active in daily life.
What could go wrong
This is a small early study with only 18 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not improve activity or balance for all users.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 18 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Jun 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Be 60 years of age or older * Have a diagnosis of PN with plantar sensory loss * Demonstrate balance impairment, defined as a Single-Leg Stance time of \<23 seconds * Be able to walk independently for at least 6 minutes without the use of an assistive device (rest breaks permitted) * Be willing to use the Walkasins device as recommended * Be willing to participate in all aspects of physical activity monitoring and study assessments Exclusion Criteria: * Under 60 years old * Do not have a diagnosis of PN with plantar sensory loss * Self-reported acute thrombophlebitis, including deep vein thrombosis * Self-reported severe peripheral vascular disease * Untreated lymphedema * Untreated lesion of any kind, swelling, infection, inflamed area of skin or eruptions on the lower leg near product use * Self-reported, untreated fractures in the foot and ankle * Other neurological or musculoskeletal conditions that moderately or severely impact walking * Use of ankle-foot orthosis for ambulation that prevents donning of Walkasins * Weight of more than 300 pounds * Inability to perceive vibration from Walkasins Haptic Module * Do not demonstrate balance impairments, defined as a Single-Leg Stance time of \<23 seconds

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Locations

  • Brooks Rehabilitation Center

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    Jacksonville, Florida, 32216, United States

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