ArticleCase reports in orthopedics2026
The Impact of a Lightweight Pneumatic Robotic Knee Wearable on Gait.
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- The Impact of a Lightweight Pneumatic Robotic Knee Wearable on Gait.Case reports in orthopedics · 2026Article
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Background: Exoskeletons may provide quadriceps augmentation to patients with a torn or permanently weak extensor mechanism. Pneumatic exoskeletons utilize pressurized gas to improve gait, but their use and biomechanical impact have not been well described. Methods: A lightweight pneumatic robotic wearable device was piloted in a clinical gait case report study using four different conditions-no devices, walking stick, inactive brace, and active brace. Walking speed, step length, step time, step width, and hip and knee flexion/extension angles were assessed while walking on a flat, declined, and inclined surface. Results: Walking speed on a flat surface with the active brace (0.41 ± 0.03 m/s) was 45% faster than walking with no devices (0.28 ± 0.04 m/s). Knee flexion at initial contact (19.0 Conclusion: In this case report, a pneumatic robotic knee wearable device improved quadriceps function and increased walking speed while freeing one arm to perform other tasks. A training program that optimizes function and comfort may improve device adoption as patients may need time to become acquainted with external torque delivery to the limb.
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