Robotic locomotor training in a low-resource setting: a randomized pilot and feasibility trial.

Journal: Disability and rehabilitation
PMID: 37605978

Abstract

PURPOSE: Activity-based Training (ABT) represents the current standard of neurological rehabilitation. Robotic Locomotor Training (RLT), an innovative technique, aims to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. This study aimed to conduct a randomized pilot and feasibility trial of a locomotor training program within South Africa.

Authors

  • Claire Shackleton
    Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine Division, , 7708 Cape Town, South Africa.
  • Robert Evans
  • Sacha West
  • Jason Bantjes
    Mental Health, Alcohol, Substance Use and Tobacco (MAST) Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council, Cape Town, South Africa.
  • Leslie Swartz
    Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa.
  • Wayne Derman
    Institute of Sport and Exercise Medicine, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Stellenbosch, Cape Town; IOC Research Centre, South Africa.
  • Yumna Albertus

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