Wearable Technology to Assist Gait and Mobility in the Older Adult
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age65+
SponsorStony Brook University
About this trial
This study assesses whether a small wearable ankle bracelet device can improve gait and mobility in the older adult. Before wearing the bracelet, participants will answer a brief questionnaire, have gait and mobility assessed via 3 CDC approved tests and an app, then wear the device and repeat these gait and mobility assessments, and complete a questionnaire.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
65+ years old residing at Independent Living at Jefferson's Ferry
Express interest in the ankle wearable device
Have capacity as measured by being alert and oriented to person, place, and time
Can communicate in English and provide written consent
Disqualifiers
Diagnosed with neurodegenerative diseases (such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS))
Disability from a stroke or other major neurologic disorder resulting in leg paralysis
Active ulcers/rashes/infections on feet or legs, or using orthotics other than arch supports or over the counter knee/ankle supports
Significant lymphedema/peripheral edema/or large ankle size that prevents ankle wearable device application or functionality
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Wearing the Accelera device
Treatment groups
No treatment groups listed
Sponsors and collaborators
Stony Brook University
Lead sponsor
Accelera
Collaborator
Source ClinicalTrials.gov