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Pilot Testing of Powered Wearable Devices for Walking Assistance

Testing wearable devices to help with walking.

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18-85 years
All
Phase N/A

Study Overview: This study aims to see how a *wearable device* can help people with Parkinson's. Participants will wear a *hip exoskeleton*, which is a lightweight device worn on the hips to assist with movement. The study involves performing different walking and balance tasks both with and without the exoskeleton, and sharing your experience after using it. This will help improve the device for the future, especially in detecting *freezing of gait*, a symptom where people temporarily can't move their feet.

  • **Duration & Participation**: Join if you're 18-85 years old, can walk 50m without help, and understand English.
  • **Testing**: You'll perform tasks with the device and provide feedback.
  • **Risks & Limitations**: You can't join if you're pregnant or had heart issues recently.
Study details
    Parkinson Disease
    parkinson's disease
    parkinson
    Parkinson's
    Parkinson
    Parkinson's disease

31 May 2026

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