Publications by authors named "R B van Dijsseldonk"

Background And Objective: Balance and walking capacity are often impaired in people with motor incomplete spinal cord injury (iSCI), frequently resulting in reduced functional ambulation and participation. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of walking adaptability training compared to similarly dosed conventional locomotor and strength training for improving walking capacity, functional ambulation, balance confidence, and participation in ambulatory people with iSCI.

Methods: We conducted a 2-center, parallel-group, pragmatic randomized controlled trial.

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Objective: To examine changes in quality of life (QoL) after an eight-week period of robotic exoskeleton training in a homogeneous group of patients with chronic complete spinal cord injury (SCI).

Design: Prospective single-group pre-post study.

Setting: Rehabilitation center.

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Article Synopsis
  • Exoskeletons can enhance daily life for individuals with spinal cord injuries, but improvements are necessary for practical use.
  • Experienced users suggest future purposes for exoskeletons like improving mobility, health maintenance, and social interaction.
  • Prioritizing ease of use and tailoring features to specific user needs will be crucial in developing exoskeletons that support daily activities more effectively.
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A consequence of a complete spinal cord injury (SCI) is the loss of gait capacity. Wearable exoskeletons for the lower extremity enable household and community ambulation in people with SCI. This study assessed the amount, purpose, and location of exoskeleton use in the home and community environment, without any restrictions.

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Introduction: Powered robotic exoskeletons are a promising solution to enable standing and walking in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). Although training and walking with an exoskeleton in motor complete SCI patients is considered safe, the risks of unexpected (technical) adverse events and the risk of fractures are not fully understood. This article reports the occurrence of two different cases of bone fracture during exoskeleton usage.

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