The purpose of this study is to measure functional activity and stability in spinal deformity patients utilizing motion analysis testing and accelerometers.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
50
Monitors placed on the waist, thigh, and bilateral ankles. Accelerometry will measure patients' physical activities in the free-living environment for 4 consecutive days. The patients will wear the monitor during waking hours and remove it during sleeping, showering, and swimming time.
Mayo Clinic Minnesota
Rochester, Minnesota, United States
RECRUITINGMotion Analysis Lab - Change in function
Spatiotemporal measures including velocity, step/stride length, step width, single/double support times, and R/L temporal symmetriesm will be used to measure function.
Time frame: Baseline, 6-12 weeks post-surgery, 1 year
Motion Analysis Lab - Change in gait
Gait will be measured by segmental and joint range of motion, peak kinetics during walking, and changes in deviation from normal bands using sensory processing measures.
Time frame: Baseline, 6-12 weeks post-surgery, 1 year
Motion Analysis Lab - Change in trunk stability
Trunk stability will be measured by EMG frequency content and activation pattern during gait and postural sway.
Time frame: Baseline, 6-12 weeks post-surgery, 1 year
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