Clinical Study

Effects of Dual-Channel Functional Electrical Stimulation on Gait Performance in Patients with Hemiparesis

Table 3

Summary of the subject’s acceptance questionnaire.

QuestionAnswer and frequency (%)

How do you feel about continuing to use the L300Plus?Unenthusiastic
3 (6.5%)
Indifferent
3 (6.5%)
Enthusiastic
39 (87%)
How would you rate the L300Plus against other aids to assist your gait and function?Less useful
1 (2%)
As useful
9 (20%)
More useful
35 (78%)
How much help did you need in operating the L300Plus?I needed assistance almost each time
3 (6.5%)
I occasionally needed assistance
11 (24.5%)
I rarely needed assistance
31 (69%)
How satisfied are you with the dimensions (size, height, length, width) of the L300Plus?Not satisfied
7 (16%)
More or less satisfied
17 (37.5%)
Satisfied
21 (46.5%)
How satisfied are you with the ease in adjusting (e.g., donning and doffing) the L300Plus?Not satisfied
7 (16%)
More or less satisfied
19 (42%)
Satisfied
19 (42%)
How would you describe using the L300Plus during the day?Inconvenient
11 (24.5%)
Convenient
28 (62.5%)
Very convenient
6 (13%)
How would you describe your walking ability while using the L300Plus?Same
3 (6.5%)
Better
22 (49%)
Significantly better
20 (44.5%)
While using the L300Plus, has there been a change in your ability to perform daily tasks activities?Can perform fewer activities
3 (6.5%)
Can perform the same
8 (18%)
Can perform more activities
34 (75.5%)
How would you rate your confidence in walking with the L300Plus system versus without it?Less confident
0 (0%)
No difference
10 (22%)
More confident
35 (78%)
Do you feel greater confidence in walking on inclines and/or uneven ground while using the L300Plus?No
7 (16%)
Yes
38 (84%)
Do you find the use of the L300Plus safe?No
0 (0%)
Yes
45 (100%)
Would you recommend a person with your condition to use the L300Plus?No
2 (4%)
Yes
43 (96%)