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Help us learn about how children with disabilities learn new ways to move and coordinate their muscles! The information gathered from this study will help establish the scientific basis for understanding motor adaptation and improve function and care for people with cerebral palsy and other neurologic injuries.
8-17 year-olds who:
- Have a cerebral palsy diagnosis.
- Have a parent or guardian who can speak and read in English.
The study will take place the course of 6 months, with the main study portion entailing 12 gait training feedback sessions (6 weeks, 2x/week).
Study participants may engage in one or both experiments.
Experiment 1 - This experiment involves a one-time visit that lasts between 3-4 hours. During the visit, your child will:
- Wear EMG markers and a robotic ankle brace.
- Complete up to 4 (four) activities aimed at assessing their ability to alter their walking pattern on a treadmill.
Experiment 2 - This experiment will last about 21 weeks. You and your child will come to Gillette for:
- A baseline complete gait analysis assessment that takes 2-3 hours to complete.
- 12 feedback training sessions (6 weeks, 2 times/week) for approximately 1-1.5 hours per session.
- Return visits for a 1-week and a 3-month complete gait analysis assessment.
Yes - participants will be compensated for completing each portion of the study.
- Experiment 1: $100 for completion of the one-time visit.
- Experiment 2: Up to $600 for completion of the entire study.
- Both experiments: Reimbursement for travel, up to $20 for mileage per visit. Overnight hotel stay may be covered if necessary.
To enroll or connect with our research team on this study, please email mahamedmabdulahi@gillettechildrens.com or call 651-578-5059. We’re here to help answer any questions you have.
After receiving your email our research team will be in touch with you as quickly as possible to discuss next steps.
We hope to partner with you on this study. Thank you!
