Technical Developments for Rehabilitation of Mobility

Technically-assisted rehabilitation of mobility after stroke is well established for several years. There is good evidence for the use of end-effector devices, exoskeletons and treadmill training with and without body weight support. New developments provide the possibility of functional training during mobilisation already in intensive care units. Mobile exoskeleton devices have been developed, but their clinical effects are yet to be evaluated. All devices should focus not only on increasing the number of repetitions, but also include motivational aspects such as virtual reality environments. Hygienic aspects represent a special challenge. All devices should be integrated into a rational and clearly defined therapy concept.