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Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. subacute cortical/subcortical ischemic stroke 2. age between 18 and 99 years 3. Fugl-Meyer sensory score >2 4. suitability for gait training as assessed clinically (ability to ambulate at least one step with a device/assistance) 5. height: 132–200 cm 6. hip-knee joint length: 33–48 cm 7. knee joint – foot length, 33–48 cm
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. cerebellar/brainstem stroke survivor 2. body weight >135 kg 3. uncontrolled hypertension with blood pressure >160/100 mmHg 4. cardiopulmonary impairments affecting the ambulation test 5. integumentary impairment, such as skin breakdown or bedsores around the suspension belt loading region 6. significant and persistent mental illness 7. lower extremity fixed contracture or deformity 8. bone instability (non-consolidated fractures, unstable spinal column, or severe osteoporosis necessitating treatment with bisphosphonates) 9. other neurodegenerative disorders (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease) 10. MAS >3 in the affected leg 11. significant back or leg pain resulting in an inability to tolerate movement 12. decreased sensation impairing the ability to perceive whether the device is properly fitted
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Fugl-Meyer assessment;Modified Ashworth Scale;Berg balance scale;Trunk impairment scale | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The walking steps ;walking distance | — |
Countries
Korea, Republic of
Contacts
YONSEI UNIVERSITY MIRAE CAMPUS