NCT06419920 Prosthetic Performance Enhancement Trial
| NCT ID | NCT06419920 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Nevada, Las Vegas |
| Condition | Amputation |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 35 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-06-26 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-07 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 35 participants in total. It began in 2025-06-26 with a primary completion date of 2027-07.
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Brief Summary
The purpose of this research is to determine the feasibility of an uneven terrain walking program for lower limb prosthesis users. The training is designed to induce step-to-step variability during walking within a safe environment, with the aim of improving walking skill and confidence.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * lower limb amputation at ankle (Symes) level and above * age 18+ years * fitted with a walking prosthesis and use it regularly for home and/or community ambulation * good socket fit, assessed by a score of 8-10 on the socket fit comfort scale * able to walk for three minutes at a time with or without an assistive device Exclusion Criteria: * leg/foot ulcer or other conditions that cause pain during weight-bearing * poor skin integrity that could cause tissue breakdown by walking * cardiovascular, respiratory or other critical health conditions that preclude moderate physical activity * unilateral or bilateral upper limb absence or loss at the wrist and above that precludes use of handrails bilaterally, or would require asymmetrical adaptation to body posture for use. * pregnancy
Contact & Investigator
Jenny A Kent, PhD, CSci
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06419920 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Amputation. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06419920 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06419920 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at jenny.kent@unlv.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06419920 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Las Vegas, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06419920 clinical trial?
NCT06419920 is sponsored by University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The principal investigator is Jenny A Kent, PhD, CSci at University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The trial plans to enroll 35 participants.