Leg muscle tests could pave way for smarter exoskeletons

NCT ID NCT07465328

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

Summary

This study measures how much force leg muscles can produce and how they use oxygen in people with stroke or sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). Researchers will test hip, knee, and ankle strength at different angles and speeds. The goal is to gather data that could help design better leg exoskeletons for these patients. The study involves 42 participants, including healthy volunteers for comparison.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help design better leg exoskeletons tailored to the needs of stroke and sarcopenia patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small, observational study (42 people) that measures muscle function, not a treatment trial. The findings may not apply to all patients or lead directly to a device.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Sarcopenia stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Vrije Universiteit Brussel

    Brussels, 1050, Belgium