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Evaluation of a Structurally Suitable Neck Exoskeleton in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
NCT07491562 · University of Utah · Updated 24 March 2026
- What is being tested
- powered neck exoskeleton
- For
- ALS - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Kind of study
- Tests a treatment or device on volunteers. No drug phase (a device or procedure study).
- Who can join
- Ages Not stated. About 10 people. The full rules are on the registry page.
- Where
- United States
- When
- Starts or started 6 Sept 2024, ends 20 July 2026. Registered 24 March 2026.
- Results
- None posted yet.
In the researchers' words
The investigators will evaluate a new powered neck exoskeleton in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to understand whether this device allows adequate head range of motion and achieves satisfaction from users. In this small cross-sectional device feasibility study, participants will be enrolled from the ALS clinic at the University of Utah Hospital. After obtaining written consent, participants will perform tasks using the neck exoskeleton. Tasks include computerized tracking tasks and simulated activities of daily living. Breaks will be added between tasks to avoid fatigue. Head-neck kinematics will be recorded, and range of motion will be computed. Participants will also report their satisfaction of the device.
Sites
- University of UtahSalt Lake City, Utah, United States