Neurostimulation Exosuit Augmented Training (NEAT) in the Clinic

A neurostimulation exosuit (i.e., neuroprosthesis) is a textile-based device worn on the paretic lower limb. Neuroprostheses deliver functional electrical stimulation through non-invasive surface electrodes placed on the front and the back of the leg, providing swing-phase dorsiflexor assistance for foot clearance and stance-phase plantarflexor assistance for forward propulsion, respectively. Neurostimulation assistance is provided synchronously with the wearer's gait, based on inertial sensors in the shoes that measure the wearer's unique walking pattern.