AI-Powered leg brace learns your walk and helps you move
NCT ID NCT07616167
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This early study tests a robotic leg brace with smart software that senses how a person walks and adjusts its help in real time. Researchers want to see if this adaptive system improves walking speed and balance in stroke survivors compared to a standard brace. About 20 people, including healthy adults and chronic stroke survivors, will walk on treadmills and stairs while wearing the device.
What this could mean
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Active substance
AI-driven control software for a lower-limb powered orthosis (exoskeleton)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a smarter exoskeleton that helps stroke survivors walk faster and more naturally, improving daily independence.
What could go wrong
This is a very early pilot study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke survivors. The technology is still experimental and may not provide lasting benefits.
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Locations
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Rehabilitation Laboratory in the Ford Robotics Building on the University of Michigan North Campus
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States