Studying the Effects of the X10D Shoe on Walking in Healthy Adults Aged 50 to 65

The aim of this study is to characterize the biomechanical effects of the X10D sole using objective, quantitative measurement methods.

The walking pattern of many people is becoming increasingly passive, and the muscles of the feet and legs are getting weaker. The X10D shoe is an adapted shoe designed to make walking more active and dynamic again.

This study investigates the detailed biomechanical effects of the X10D shoe on the walking pattern of healthy participants. For this purpose, walking with the X10D shoe will be compared with (1) walking in a control shoe with a neutral sole and (2) walking in the participants' everyday sports shoes.

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Key information

Conditions

the Immediate and Long-lasting Effects of the X10D Sole on Important Aspects of Walking Function in Healthy Participants Walking

Age range

50 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Balgrist Campus AG

Zurich, Canton of Zurich, 8008, Switzerland

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

The inclusion criteria are:

Healthy subjects aged 50-65 years
Ability to walk at minimum 30 minutes at a regular pace without assistance or breaks
Written informed consent as documented by signature (see informed consent form)

Exclusion criteria

The exclusion criteria are:

Women who are pregnant or breast feeding
Current neurological problems affecting walking function and balance
Current orthopedic problems affecting upper and lower extremity movements
History of alcohol abuse or the intake of psychotropic drugs
History of major cardiac condition (e.g., infarction, insufficiency (NYHA II-IV))
History of major pulmonary condition (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (GOLD II-IV))
Current major depression or psychosis
Inability to follow the procedures of the study, e.g. due to language problems, psychological disorders, dementia
Fever of unknown origin

Treatment and study plan

X10D shoe

Device

In this study, we assess the immediate and long-lasting (3-4 weeks) effects of the X10D shoe on a comprehensive battery of biomechanical parameters during various forms of walking. This will be the first study to provide a detailed characterization of the effects of the X10D shoe on diverse walking parameters in healthy individuals aged 50 to 65 years.

Primary outcomes

CoP path during ankle-foot roll-over movement as measured by pressure plates integrated in the treadmill

Time frame: up to 4 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Zurich

Other

Collaborators

Balgrist Campus AG

Registry information

Official study title

Characterizing the Effects of the X10D Sole on Walking Behavior in Healthy Subjects

Important dates

Study start: 2025
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2025
First posted: Dec 22, 2025
Registry last updated: Jan 16, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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