The feasibility of an 8-Week walking training program using a novel assistive gait training device in individuals with spinal cord injury.

The 8 weeks of walking training was feasible in individuals with chronic SCI. The assistive gait training device was feasible and safe to use in individuals with paraplegia. Clinical Trials Registration Number: NCT03940274Implication for rehabilitationThe use of a novel assistive gait training device using a pulley system with a pulling cable walking training is feasible.The novel assistive gait training device will reduce workload by allowing physical therapists to work on an ergonomic position while providing the necessary stepping assistance for the patient's legs/feet during walking on a treadmill.The novel assistive gait training device is developed to provide a low-cost assistive device to be used in walking rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury.