Knee robot aims to restore natural walking after stroke
NCT ID NCT07670325
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a wearable robotic knee device (AKO-R) to help people who have had a stroke walk more symmetrically. Twenty participants will do treadmill and overground walking with the device. Researchers will check safety and measure improvements in step length and stance time symmetry.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- AKO-R wearable robotic knee exoskeleton
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this device could help stroke survivors walk more naturally and safely during rehab.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early exploratory study with only 20 people. It focuses on safety and feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. The device may not work for everyone.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for STROKE are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
Don Gnocchi - Centro "S. Maria della Provvidenza"
RECRUITINGRoma, RM, 00166, Italy
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Spinal zaps could reboot breathing after brain injury
- Can brain scans reveal hidden language struggles after stroke?
- Can lifestyle choices after a stroke extend life and prevent a second one?
- A tablet test aims to catch hidden attention and memory problems after stroke
- Can a gentle ear zap supercharge stroke rehab at home?
- Can exercise boost reading recovery in stroke survivors?