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Physical Activity and Walking Aids (PAWA)

Children

A randomized cross-over study will be conducted. Eligible participants will complete a familiarity session (if needed) where the child will be acquainted with the Levity, followed by one or two sessions using the participant’s current walking aid and the Levity, in random order. Physical activity intensity will be measured by step count using an ankle worn accelerometer and heart rate using a chest-worn monitor. Differences in physical activity intensity (steps and mean heart rate over a standardized 6-minute walking test during the sessions) will be compared. Additionally, parents/caregivers will be asked to rate their perception of their child's level of exertion while using each device.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    Male, Female, Intersex

  • Eligible Ages:

    1 to 8

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:
We are looking for children who:
1. Need help to walk​
2. Are starting to take steps with support​
3. Are between 76-142 cm (30-56 inches) tall and 11-45 kg (24- 100 lbs) in weight​, and
4. Are interested in trying ad new type of walker - "the Levity"
5. Participants will be ages 2 and above. We are not limiting participation based on age in order to capture anyone that is indicated for us of the Levity, rather participation will be limited based on the size requirements noted above.
Exclusion Criteria:
Your child would not be eligible if they:
1. Are too big or too small to fit in our trial walker
2. Don't yet take steps with support
3. Are not allowed to bear weight for a medical reason

Study Location

University of Calgary
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
Canada

Contact Study Team

Study Sponsored By
University of Calgary
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: REB26-0333