Robotic suit and smart insoles aim to boost walking in cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT05335798

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This small study tested whether a robotic bodyweight support system combined with smart insoles that beep at the right time can help adults with cerebral palsy walk better. Five adults completed 6 training sessions. Researchers measured walking speed, endurance, and joint movement to see if the approach could be used at home for self-care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: bodyweight support system and smart insoles with auditory feedback
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a home-based training method to improve walking in adults with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early study with only 5 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The training is short-term and may not lead to lasting improvements.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CEREBRAL PALSY

Contacts and locations

Locations

University at Buffalo, South Campus, Kimball 115

Buffalo, New York, 14260-4200, United States

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