Advancing Functional Recovery Post Stroke Using Rehabilitation Robotics
Presentation Type
Poster
Faculty Advisor
Ruth Propper
Access Type
Event
Start Date
26-4-2024 2:15 PM
End Date
26-4-2024 3:15 PM
Description
In the first few months that directly follow a stroke, the brain experiences enhanced neuroplasticity that allows for massive strides in the recovery of function before eventually hitting a plateau. Chronic stroke is the term used to describe the period of recovery that starts six months after the initial event. The purpose of this investigation is to evaluate the effectiveness of robotic gait therapy in the long-term recovery of functional ambulation for individuals with chronic stroke. The gait training intervention is delivered using the Atalante X (Wandercraft SAS, Paris, France) administered through a licensed physical therapist. The Atalante X is a self-stabilizing lower limb exoskeleton device that can assist patients in the safe completion of mobility exercises. The device has motors at the ankle knee and hip to assist with movement during gait and also assists with balance through sensor technology. The current subject has participated in approximately forty-two therapy sessions over thirteen weeks, primary outcome measures include step length, step width, symmetry, balance, and speed during a 10-meter walk test. Outcomes measures are collected at each intervention session and data is exported into Excel to compare pre-, post, and within-session data points over time. This investigation demonstrates that robotic gait therapy significantly improves step length and walking speed for individuals with chronic stroke over time.
Advancing Functional Recovery Post Stroke Using Rehabilitation Robotics
In the first few months that directly follow a stroke, the brain experiences enhanced neuroplasticity that allows for massive strides in the recovery of function before eventually hitting a plateau. Chronic stroke is the term used to describe the period of recovery that starts six months after the initial event. The purpose of this investigation is to evaluate the effectiveness of robotic gait therapy in the long-term recovery of functional ambulation for individuals with chronic stroke. The gait training intervention is delivered using the Atalante X (Wandercraft SAS, Paris, France) administered through a licensed physical therapist. The Atalante X is a self-stabilizing lower limb exoskeleton device that can assist patients in the safe completion of mobility exercises. The device has motors at the ankle knee and hip to assist with movement during gait and also assists with balance through sensor technology. The current subject has participated in approximately forty-two therapy sessions over thirteen weeks, primary outcome measures include step length, step width, symmetry, balance, and speed during a 10-meter walk test. Outcomes measures are collected at each intervention session and data is exported into Excel to compare pre-, post, and within-session data points over time. This investigation demonstrates that robotic gait therapy significantly improves step length and walking speed for individuals with chronic stroke over time.