Robotic suits could help stroke patients regain their stride

NCT ID NCT06736171

Symptom relief Sponsor: Kessler Foundation Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study compares three different robotic exoskeletons to see which one helps stroke survivors walk better. Researchers will enroll 96 people who had a stroke 3 to 8 months ago and have weakness on one side. Participants will use the devices during gait training, and the goal is to find the best match for each patient's needs.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Robotic exoskeleton (EksoNR, Atalante X, or ReStore)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the right robotic exoskeleton for each stroke patient, improving walking recovery and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study with only 96 participants. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors, and the devices may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 96 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2025

Expected to finish

Jun 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

50 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.

Inclusion Criteria: * Stroke survivors 3 - 8 months from a recent stroke. * Age: 50 - 80 years * Unilateral hemiparesis * Medical clearance by the Medical Director * Be able to physically fit into the exoskeleton device: Height between 60\" and 76\" and weight below 220 lbs * Patient cognitive status and ability to communicate in English must be at a level consistent with that required to participate in standard motor rehabilitation (e.g. can follow directions). * Adequate cognitive function to give informed consent, understand the training, instructions, use investigational devices and give adequate feedback. * Have a joint range of motion within normal functional limits for ambulation. * Have sufficient strength to use the hemiwalker, cane or walker (etc. assistive device) while wearing the RE. * No history of injury or pathology to the unaffected limb. * Have an appropriate walking speed as determined by the study staff. Exclusion Criteria: * Any medical issue that precludes full weight-bearing and ambulation (e.g. orthopedic injuries, pain, severe spasticity). * Skin issues that would prevent wearing the device. * Pre-existing condition that caused exercise intolerance (documented uncontrolled hypertension, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmia, or congestive heart failure). * Hospitalization for heart attack, heart surgery, or acute heart failure within 3 months of enrollment in the study. * Uncontrolled seizure disorder, spasticity, or joint contracture that would interfere with walking. * Neuromuscular, neurological, or orthopedic pathologies that interfere with neuromuscular function, ambulation, or limit the range of motion of the lower limbs.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hemiparesis after stroke

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Robotic suits could help stroke patients regain their stride

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