Robot tutor helps stroke patients take steps again

NCT ID NCT03686280

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a mobile robot designed to help people who have had a stroke regain their ability to walk. 37 stroke survivors used the robot for 16 sessions along with their usual physical therapy. The goal was to see if the robot improved their balance and walking more than standard rehab alone.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: interactive mobile walking robot
What this could lead to: If successful, this robot could become a new tool to help stroke survivors regain balance and walking ability more effectively.
What could go wrong: This was a small, early-stage study with only 37 participants. The robot is a prototype, and results may not apply to all stroke patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE SEQUELAE

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHU de Rennes

Rennes, 35033, France
Centre Mutualiste de Rééducation et Réadaptation fonctionnelles de Kerpape

Ploemeur, 56275, France

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