Robotic exoskeleton versus standard therapy for stroke walking recovery

This research study is testing whether a wearable robotic exoskeleton—a motorized leg device worn over both legs—can help people who have had a stroke regain their ability to walk. Researchers will compare people who use this robotic device during walking practice with people who receive traditional supervised physical therapy. The study will also measure how the brain changes during this robotic training using brain activity recordings.

Stroke is a leading cause of disability, and many survivors struggle to walk normally or independently afterward. This new robotic device is designed to help retrain walking by supporting the legs mechanically, but doctors don't yet know if it actually works better than standard therapy, or how it affects the brain's ability to recover.