Journal of Spine

Stephanie A Kolakowsky- Hayner

Publications

• Research Article
  Safety and Feasibility of using the EksoTM Bionic Exoskeleton to Aid Ambulation after Spinal Cord Injury
  Author(s): Stephanie A Kolakowsky- Hayner, James Crew, Shonna Moran and Akshat ShahStephanie A Kolakowsky- Hayner, James Crew, Shonna Moran and Akshat Shah
  
  Objective: Evaluate feasibility and safety of EksoTM to aid ambulation in individuals with SCI. Design: Prospective pilot study. Setting: SCI Rehabilitation Center Outpatient Gym. Participants: Eight individuals, at least 18 years of age, with complete T1 SCI or below, within 2 years of injury, completed initial inpatient rehabilitation. All participants signed informed consent, had been cleared from requiring spinal orthoses, met inclusion criteria, and were pre-screened based on device requirements and medical stability. Intervention: Six weekly sessions with graduated time and less assistance in the EksoTM device. Outcome Measures: Skin evaluation, blood pressure, pain level, spasticity, time and level of assistance needed to transf.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2165-7939.S4-003

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