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Lead
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
With
U.S. Department of Education
Age
12–85
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
SCI level C6-8, T1-T12; L1-L5 incomplete or complete
Be able to physically fit into the exoskeleton device;
Be able to tolerate upright standing for a minimum of 30 minutes;
Have sufficient upper body strength to use forearm crutches in standing and during ambulation (including full triceps strength and good hand function);
Have hip, knee, and ankle range of motion within normal functional limits of walking;
Have the ability to follow directions and demonstrate learning capacity;
Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent.
You may not be if
Cervical level SCI above C6
History of severe osteoporosis;
Weight above 220 pounds;
Femur length above 47 cm or below 36 cm
Joint contractures at the hip, knee, or ankle that limit normal range of motion (ROM) during ambulation;
Cognitive and/or communication disability (e.g. due to brain injury);
History of significant problems with skin break down or current skin break down;
Any medical issue that precludes full weight bearing and ambulation (e.g. orthopedic injuries, pain, severe spasticity);
Pregnancy;
Cardiovascular conditions such as history of heart attack, high blood pressure, pacemaker, arrhythmia, heart failure, or stroke.
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