Clinical Research Directory
Browse clinical research sites, groups, and studies.
Robotic Gait Rehabilitation in Parkinson's Disease
Sponsor: Indiana University
Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the implementation of a novel gait rehabilitation stimulus (G-EO System) that could advance current clinical practices. The goal is to establish the safety and feasibility of gait training using the G-EO System as well as investigating the impact on mobility, function, quality of life, and participatory outcomes. Research Design: We propose a single-blinded, randomized trial of electromechanically-assisted gait training using the G-EO System in patients with Parkinson's disease with gait disability. Specific Aim 1 will establish the safety and feasibility of gait training using the G-EO System. Specific Aim 2 will determine the efficacy of gait training using the G-EO System for improving mobility, function, and quality of life
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2022-01-10
Completion Date
2025-12
Last Updated
2025-05-06
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
G-EO End-Effector Gait Trainer
The G-EO Gait Trainer uses distal fixation to promote a gait recovery by facilitating a controlled walking environment that includes an over-ground pattern and stair climbing. In addition, the device provides body position control to enable the patient to concentrate on the cyclical motion of walking without the fear of falling. Physical therapists can control different parameters of the gait cycle through computerized adjustments and the training setting can be manipulated to engage patients in active participation.
Conventional Physical Therapy Treatment
Therapists will use traditional methods of neurological rehabilitation for improved gait and balance. These approaches will include stretching, strengthening, therapeutic exercises, balance training, and over-ground walking
Locations (1)
IU Health Neurorehabilitation and Robotics
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States