This study is being conducted by Drs. Clark Dickin and Henry Wang in the Biomechanics Laboratory at Ball State University.
IRB #1740167
Why:
- To assess the effectiveness of a traditional walking boot to an ankle brace while walking and climbing up and down stairs.
Who:
- Individuals between the ages 60-80 years
- No history of lower extremity injury in the previous three months
- No chronic musculoskeletal or neurological conditions
What:
- You will be asked to complete one data collection session (approximately 1.5-2 hours)
- We will attach some reflective markers to your arms, legs and feet using double-sided tape
- During testing you will be asked to walk across a ~30-foot walkway about 15 times (~5 times while wearing shoes, ~5 times in a walking boot and ~5 times wearing an ankle brace)
- We will also ask you to climb a set of three stairs 3-5 times and get up from a chair and walk 8-feet and turn around a cone and return to your chair.
- Participants will receive a $50 gift card at the conclusion of the study
Where:
- Biomechanics Laboratory at Ball State University (HP 309/311)
- Parking is available if coming from off campus
For more information contact the Biomechanics Laboratory (765) 285-5178 or Emma Burns (emma.burns@bsu.edu), or Dr. Clark Dickin (dcdickin@bsu.edu)