Robot harness helps stroke survivors regain balance

NCT ID NCT05110300

First seen Nov 16, 2025 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding controlled balance challenges (called perturbations) to a robotic body-weight support system helps stroke survivors improve walking and balance more than using the support system alone. The study included 114 adults recovering from a stroke in inpatient rehab. The approach used a harness on a track to prevent falls while practicing walking and standing. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gaylord Hospital

    Wallingford, Connecticut, 06492, United States

  • MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States

  • Providence St. Luke's Rehabilitation Medical Center

    Spokane, Washington, 99202, United States

  • Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital

    Sandwich, Massachusetts, 02537, United States

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Gait Disorders, Neurologic stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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