J Neurol Sci: Starting to use HAL for gait training within 1 week after the onset of stroke is beneficial to brain recovery

Acute brain stroke in patients with early initiation of robotic-assisted gait training can promote neural plasticity
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This study aims to clarify the white matter microstructure changes associated with gait training using hybrid auxiliary limbs (HAL) through diffusion tensor imaging (DTI).

Patients who have had a stroke for the first time and need walking aids start gait training within 1 week after the onset of the stroke
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The patients were randomly assigned to the traditional physical therapy (CPT) group or the gait training (HAL) group using HAL

As a result, 27 patients (17 in the CPT group and 10 in the HAL group) completed the study
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The motor function and independence of the CPT group and HAL group were improved (P<0.

In summary, starting to use HAL for gait training within 1 week after the onset of stroke is conducive to the recovery of communication between the cerebral hemispheres and prevents the progression of Wallerian degeneration of the affected pyramidal tract

Original source:

Daisuke Ando ,Chiaki Yokota , et al.