Robot harness helps spinal injury patients walk and climb stairs more naturally
NCT ID NCT03004144
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at how a robotic body-weight support system called 'the FLOAT' affects movement in people with incomplete spinal cord injury. About 65 participants performed everyday tasks like walking, standing up, and climbing stairs with and without the robot's help. Researchers measured their motions and muscle activity to understand how to make therapy more effective and personalized.
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Universitätsklinik Balgrist
Zurich, 8008, Switzerland
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