Robot suit aims to steady stroke Survivors' steps
NCT ID NCT07356011
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a powered exoskeleton can help stroke survivors walk with better balance. Twenty-one people who had a stroke at least six months ago will walk on a treadmill with and without the exoskeleton at different support levels. Researchers will measure how well the device helps control side-to-side sway and step placement.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- assistive exoskeleton
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a wearable device that helps stroke survivors walk more steadily and safely.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study (21 people) testing different settings, not a final product. It may not lead to a practical device or show clear benefit.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Medical University of South Carolina
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States
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