A robot and control algorithm that can synchronously assist in naturalistic motion during body-weight-supported gait training following neurologic injury.

Aoyagi, Daisuke; E Ichinose, Wade; J Harkema, Susan; J Reinkensmeyer, David; E Bobrow, James

doi:10.1109/tnsre.2007.903922

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A robot and control algorithm that can synchronously assist in naturalistic motion during body-weight-supported gait training following neurologic injury.

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Authors:

Daisuke Aoyagi

Wade E Ichinose

Susan J Harkema

Abstract

Locomotor training using body weight support on a treadmill and manual assistance is a promising rehabilitation technique following neurological injuries, such as spinal cord injury (SCI) and stroke. Previous robots that automate this technique impose constraints on naturalistic walking due to their...

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