Robot suit helps MS patients walk better?

NCT ID NCT06615947

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a robotic walking system called Atalante could help people with multiple sclerosis walk better. Sixty participants were randomly assigned to either use the robot or receive standard physical therapy for 8 weeks. The main goal was to see if the robot improved walking speed more than conventional rehab.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Atalante self-balancing walking system (robotic exoskeleton)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a new, more effective way to improve walking speed and mobility for people with multiple sclerosis.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with 60 participants. The results may not apply to all MS patients, and the exoskeleton may not be widely available or affordable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Gait Disorders, Neurologic multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre d'Esclerosi Mútiple de Catalunya (Cemcat) - Barcelona, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron

    Barcelona, Barcelona, 08035, Spain