Walking after Stroke

Investigators

Nathan Makowski, PhD
Ronald Triolo, PhD
Patrick Crago, PhD
John Chae, MD
Richard Wilson, MD

Difficulty walking is common after stroke as a result of limited leg movement.  This research program develops and tests technologies to increase independence through improved walking ability after stroke.

One approach is an implanted neuroprosthetic system, which is a permanent assistive technology designed to generate functional walking movements by activating leg muscles in a coordinated manner. 

The other intervention is a hybrid exoskeleton combining surface electrical stimulation and a motorized knee for use as a therapeutic tool and to assist walking during daily life. 

For more information about research studies involving Walking after Stroke, please contact:

Lisa Lombardo, MPT
Phone: 216-791-3800 ext. 64909
Email: [email protected]