This trial is enrolling 128 individuals with spinal cord injury to test the effect of robotic gait training (RGT) with an exoskeleton on walking ability. An exoskeleton is an externally worn powered robotic device to assist movement. If included, participants will undergo 90 minutes each week of either 1) RGT or 2) usual care gait training including body weight-supported treadmill training and conventional overground walking. Participants will also be asked to wear a watch measuring their heart rate and to count the number of steps. Final testing will be performed one week before discharge.
Ischemia
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
- participants will undergo 90 minutes each week of either 1) RGT with an exoskeleton or 2) usual care gait training including body weight-supported treadmill training and conventional overground walking. - participants will also be asked to wear a watch measuring their heart rate and to count the number of steps. - final testing will be performed one week before discharge.
Main benefits
Standing/walking/mobility
Additional benefits
Arm/hand function
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Pain
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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