Exoskeleton walking training for children and young adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a robotic leg exoskeleton can help improve walking in children and young adults with certain conditions (like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, or spinal cord injury) or those with no walking issues. The goal is to find out if the exoskeleton is safe and effective for everyday use, especially in younger people who might lose the ability to walk as they get older.
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Who can take part
- You are between 5 and 25 years old.
- You have a walking problem from cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, or an incomplete spinal cord injury, OR you have a normal walking pattern.
- Your knee can bend at least 25 degrees (a simple measure of knee movement).
- Your ankle can move at least 15 degrees up and down.
- You can walk at least 10 feet with or without a walker or cane.
- You are willing to follow the study schedule and come for visits.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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