Observing exoskeleton users in their homes
Official title: The Observation of Exoskeleton Use With In Home Functional Activities
Run by A.T. Still University of Health Sciences · NCT06222398 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study looks at how people with paraplegia use exoskeletons at home to see if small changes can help them do daily tasks more easily.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Mesa, Arizona) |
| Trial ID | NCT06222398 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are English-speaking and have been trained to use an exoskeleton independently.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are under 18, do not speak English, or have not been cleared for independent exoskeleton use will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to observe individuals with paraplegia who use exoskeletons in their home environment to assess their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). The focus is on identifying minor adaptations to the home that could enhance the independence of these users. By gathering data on how exoskeletons are utilized in real-life settings, the study seeks to address a significant gap in existing literature regarding the practical use of exoskeletons for daily tasks. This pilot study will help refine methodologies for potential larger-scale investigations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved independence and quality of life for exoskeleton users by optimizing their home environments.
How similar studies have gone: While there is extensive literature on exoskeleton use for walking, this specific observational approach in home settings is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * At least 18 years old * English speaking * Trained and approved/credentialed by exoskeleton manufacturer to use the device independently according to FDA approved activities Exclusion Criteria: * Does not speak English * \<18 years of age * Does not clearly meet inclusion criteria * Has not been cleared by manufacturer for independent exoskeleton use
Where it's running
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A. T. Still University
Mesa, Arizona, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sue Dahl-Popolizio, DBH — A. T. Still University
- Study coordinator: Sue Dahl-Popolizio, DBH
- Email: sdahlpopolizio@atsu.edu
- Phone: 4802658055
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.