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Takashi Sado¹, James Nielsen¹, Brian Glaister²

¹Department of Biomechanics, University of Nebraska at Omaha, BRB#210, Biomechanics Research Building, 6160, University Drive, Omaha, NE, 68182-0860, USA.

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Summary

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Passive exoskeletons alter gait adaptation during split-belt treadmill tasks, primarily affecting temporal aspects. This technology may aid rehabilitation by reducing the neural and mechanical burden of walking.

Keywords:

Asymmetry Coordination Gait mechanics Memory Motor learning Walking Work

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Area of Science:

Biomechanics
Rehabilitation Engineering
Neuroscience

Background:

Gait deficits impact functional recovery, particularly in conditions like stroke.
Gait adaptation is crucial for flexible movement but is often impaired in neurological disorders.
Passive exoskeletons offer an affordable and user-friendly option for gait rehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

To characterize gait adaptation patterns in healthy individuals using a unilateral passive exoskeleton during a split-belt treadmill task.
To compare gait adaptation between a group using exoskeletal assistance and a control group without assistance.
To investigate the effects of passive exoskeleton use on spatiotemporal gait variables and power generation during adaptation.

Main Methods:

Healthy participants were assigned to either a unilateral exoskeleton or a no-exoskeleton group.
Participants performed a split-belt treadmill adaptation task with independently controlled belt speeds.
Symmetry indices of spatiotemporal variables and positive leg power were calculated to quantify adaptation.

Main Results:

Passive exoskeleton use altered gait adaptation, mainly in the temporal domain, compared to the control group.
Adaptive changes were observed in both early and late phases, predominantly in intra-limb measures like stance time.
While positive power symmetry decreased in the exoskeleton group, this was driven by increased power in the non-assisted leg.

Conclusions:

Passive exoskeletons modify gait adaptation strategies, offering a potential tool for rehabilitation.
The observed adaptations suggest a reduced neural and mechanical burden during bilateral gait coordination tasks.
Future research should consider balance control implications during unilateral exoskeletal assistance.