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Motion Capture to Assess Function of Upper Extremities in Typically Developing Children
Full IRB Study Title:
Motion Capture to Assess Function of Upper Extremity in Typically Developing Children
IRB Study ID: 2021-080
The study will use reflective markers that track movements to assess how children with no current injuries or health conditions can position and move their arms.
Study Sponsor:
Shriner's Children's Hospital
We are currently recruiting
If you are interested in this study or have questions about your child's eligibility, please contact:
Merry Tomcany
mtomcany@akronchildrens.org
330-543-4616
Who May Qualify:
Children:
- Ages 3-20
- With no upper extremity injuries or health conditions that impact their range of motion.
Who Does NOT Qualify:
Children:
- Whose body habitus will interfere with marker placement or workspace data collection.
- Who had upper extremity injuries or have other conditions that affect their upper extremity motion/function.
Lead Investigator
Stephanie Russo, MD, PhD
Co-Director, Brachial Plexus Treatment Center; Pediatric Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon
Brachial Plexus Treatment ProgramPediatric Hand and Upper Extremity ClinicOrthopedicsUpper Extremity Motion Analysis Lab
