Robot suit helps brain injury patients take steps in new study
NCT ID NCT07050875
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a robotic leg brace called the ABLE Exoskeleton in 14 people with acquired brain injury (including stroke). Participants used the device during 10 walking training sessions over up to 6 weeks. The main goals were to see if the device is safe and easy to use, and to gather early information on whether it can improve walking ability.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ABLE Exoskeleton device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this exoskeleton could help people with brain injury walk again during therapy, improving mobility and independence.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study with only 14 participants and no comparison group. The device may not work for everyone or may be difficult to use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cefine Neurología (CEFINE)
Culleredo, A Coruña, 15174, Spain
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Centro Europeo de Neurociencias (CEN)
Madrid, Madrid, 28023, Spain
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Fundación Step by Step
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, 08908, Spain
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