Lower Extremity Dynamometry Assessment in Neurotypical Children

University of Thessaly30 enrolled

Overview

The purpose of this study is to assess the reliability (intra-rater and inter-rater) and criterion validity (using a Cybex isokinetic dynamometer as the reference) of the K-Pull (traction) dynamometer for evaluating lower limb function in children with neurotypical development.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Force Measurement Children Lower Limb Assessment Tool

Interventions

Traction DynamometryDEVICE

K-Pull dynamometer (Model MP.09.02.FN, Kinvent, Montpellier, France) is an assessment tool used to quantify muscle strength. It uses traction through a non-elastic strap to facilitate isometric contractions. This instrument will be used to evaluate isometric activity (maximum and average torque values) of the hip and knee flexors and extensors at specific joint angles.

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 5 YearsMax age: 16 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria: * typically developing children, * between the ages of 5 and 16 years, * have the capacity for voluntary motor control Exclusion Criteria : * undergone any treatment or intervention that could impact neuromuscular performance, such as surgery or medication use, * experienced a recent injury * demonstrating low levels of compliance during assessments are not included in the study.

Locations (1)

Department of Physiotherapy - University of Thessaly

Lamia, Phthiotis, Greece

RECRUITING

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Average Peak Torque

Average Peak Torque refers to the average highest force output recorded during isometric contractions and represents the maximal strength generated by the muscle group being assessed (e.g., hip or knee flexors and extensors). Unit of Measure: Newton-metre (Nm)

Time frame: Through study completion, an average of 5 months

Central Contacts

George Paras, Ph.D.

CONTACT

2231060234 gparas@uth.gr

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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