New robotic suit with electric zaps aims to restore walking after brain or spinal injury
NCT ID NCT07550699
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 04, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study is testing a robotic lower-limb exoskeleton combined with functional electrical stimulation (FES) to help people with conditions like spinal cord injury, brain injury, or multiple sclerosis improve their walking. The device provides robotic support and electrical stimulation to activate muscles during gait training. The trial will enroll 15 participants and focus on safety, ease of use, and basic performance measures like steps taken and distance walked.
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 with Functional Electrical Stimulation (ABLE FES)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this device could offer a new way to improve walking ability and rehabilitation outcomes for people with neurological conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early-stage study (15 people) focused on safety and performance, not proof of effectiveness. The device may not work for everyone or may cause discomfort.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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therapy2people GmbH
Vienna, State of Vienna, 1220, Austria
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