Shocking new hope: electrical suit boosts stroke walking
NCT ID NCT07218107
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This small study tested whether a wearable device that uses electrical stimulation can help people who had a stroke walk farther and more efficiently. Four participants completed 12 training sessions over 4-5 weeks. The goal was to see if the device is practical and improves walking endurance and symmetry.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Center for Neurorehabilitation
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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Neuromotor Recovery Laboratory
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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