Robot-assisted gait training for individuals with severe acquired brain injury: a scoping review.
Brain injury May 5, 2025 Vibeke Wagner, Jakob Rud Sørensen, Christina Kruuse et al. 3 citations
Robot-assisted gait training (RAGT) may help improve physical recovery and arousal in people with severe acquired brain injury who have impaired consciousness or cognitive functioning, but the evidence is limited. A scoping review of seven studies involving 162 participants found that RAGT was used mainly to support physical recovery, stimulate arousal, and ensure safety during early mobilization. Twenty-six different outcome measures were reported, indicating a lack of standardization. The review identifies a research gap: the rationales for using RAGT in this population need further investigation, and standardized outcome measures must be established. While RAGT shows potential for improving functional recovery and consciousness, future studies must address safety and feasibility while navigating ethical challenges.