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Night casting and stretching to improve function in people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease


Sponsor

University of Sydney

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

May 6, 2005

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 7 YearssMax Age: 20 Yearss

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This study looks at whether wearing a night cast (a brace worn while sleeping) and doing regular stretching exercises can improve foot movement and overall function in young people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT). CMT is an inherited nerve condition that can cause weakness and reduced movement in the feet and ankles. You may be eligible if: - You are between 7 and 20 years old - You have been diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (any type) - You have limited ability to bend your foot upward (restricted dorsiflexion) You may NOT be eligible if: - You have had surgery on your foot or ankle - You have had a recent ankle sprain or foot fracture - You have been doing a stretching program in the last 2 months Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.

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Interventions

Night casting and stretching group: removable plaster casts worn at night for 8 hours, every night for 4 weeks. Night casting is followed by a daily stretching program, conducted at home for 4 weeks.

Night casting and stretching group: removable plaster casts worn at night for 8 hours, every night for 4 weeks. Night casting is followed by a daily stretching program, conducted at home for 4 weeks.


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Australia

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