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Integrating the EksoNR robotic exoskeleton into outpatient neurorehabilitation is feasible, safe, and significantly improves gait parameters, balance, and cardiovascular endurance in individuals with chronic neurological impairments. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This study evaluates the feasibility and preliminary outcomes of using the EksoNR exoskeleton for gait rehabilitation in neurological disorders.

June 10, 2026TechnologiesOpen Access

Exoskeleton-Assisted Gait Rehabilitation in Neurological Disorders: A Pilot Feasibility Study

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BKBarbara KopácsiSomogy Megyei Kaposi Mór Oktató Kórház NPNándor ProntvaiSomogy Megyei Kaposi Mór Oktató Kórház BTB. ToroSomogy Megyei Kaposi Mór Oktató Kórház

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Pilot feasibility study shows potential benefits of exoskeleton in gait rehabilitation for individuals with neurological disorders, implying clinical utility.

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This study evaluates the feasibility and preliminary outcomes of using the EksoNR exoskeleton for gait rehabilitation in neurological disorders.
Pilot study involving five participants with various neurological conditions over eight months.
Participants underwent a four-week robotic gait training program with 15 sessions using the EksoNR exoskeleton.
Functional outcomes were assessed using clinical tests such as 6MWT, FIM, and BBS before and after the intervention.
Significant improvements in gait parameters with exoskeleton use: number of steps (p < 0.001), step length (p = 0.003), walking distance (p = 0.002), and walking duration (p < 0.05).
Balance performance improved: BBS (p = 0.006) and Tinetti POMA (p = 0.001).
Cardiovascular endurance improved as measured by the 6MWT (p = 0.017) and EQ-5D-5L scores (p = 0.038).

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Kopácsi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a28fef66f82f25be989c1f3 https://doi.org/10.3390/technologies14060341

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Pilot feasibility study shows potential benefits of exoskeleton in gait rehabilitation for individuals with neurological disorders, implying clinical utility.

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