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Each participant wore both types of orthoses in a randomized order. This was determined by participants choosing a sealed envelope containing a sticker indicating which orthosis to be worn for the first data collection. Participants were assessed using three functional outcome measures: 1) the Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS), 2) Standardized Walking Obstacle Course, and 3) the Six-Minute Walk Test. 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