Overview
The objective of this project is to collect baseline data from a normative population of children that gender and age matches the population of patients expected to be treated by Mary Bridge Children's Research & Movement Lab. This project seeks to recruit 20 male and 20 female typically developing individuals, between the ages of 3 and 25 years of age. Non-invasive measurements of movement patterns (motion analysis and force plate data) will be collected during bipedal gait.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age: 3-25 years of age (with 3 and 25 year olds considered for inclusion).
- Ambulate independently and without the use of assistive devices or orthoses.
- Willing and interested in participating.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Neuromuscular disorders such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, myotonic dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, peripheral neuropathy, or other generalized muscle and/or nerve issues.
- Evidence of developmental delays, muscle weakness, decreased muscle tone, joint stiffness, muscle or bone deformity.
- Currently using or has a history of using assistive technology devices, bracing/orthoses, manual or powered mobility equipment.
- History of premature birth.
- Currently or has a history of taking medication or pharmaceutical treatment related to musculoskeletal side-effects/scenario/diagnosis.