Robot trainer boosts stroke rehab – but does side of weakness matter?

NCT ID NCT07280884

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University School of Physical Education, Krakow, Poland Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a robotic device called Luna EMG, which uses muscle signals to assist movement, can improve walking and balance in people recovering from a stroke. 62 older adults with leg weakness after a stroke were randomly assigned to get either robotic training plus standard physiotherapy or standard physiotherapy alone. The researchers also looked at whether the side of the body affected by the stroke changed the results.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Luna EMG robotic training device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a more effective rehab approach for stroke survivors, potentially improving walking and balance.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 62 participants. Results may not apply to all stroke patients, and the device may not offer clear benefits over standard therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia ischemic stroke Mobility Limitation Paresis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GAIT DISORDERS HEMIPARESIS ISCHEMIC STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Non-Public Health Care Center "Rehstab" (NZOZ "RehStab")

Limanowa, Poland

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