Robotic Vs. Traditional Verticalization in Patients with Severe Acquired Brain Injury: a Randomized Controlled Trial

Static bed with integrated robotic stepper (ErigoBasic) and optionally integrated with Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES ErigoPro®). The Erigo is a robot designed to be used for early functional mobilisation of patients with neurological manifestations or who are bedridden, even in intensive care. It is a tilt table equipped with an integrated passive stepper controlled by microprocessors that generate physiological leg movements: the patient's thighs are secured by straps to the movement mechanisms and the feet are secured to plates equipped with shock absorbers, while the upper body is held in place by a sling integrated into the table. Erigo provides active functions: gradual elevation in orthostatism up to 90°, controlled and independent mobilisation of the lower limbs, and functional stimulation.

gradual verticalization (from supine position up to maximum 90°, in 3 steps), depending on the patient's vital signs compliance, using a traditional standing device (i.e., non-robotic traditional tilt table)