Exoskeleton Impact on the Quality of Life on Patients With Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Study of the Impact of a Gait Exoskeleton on the Quality of Life of Patients With Spinal Muscular Atrophy

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of the use of a pediatric exoskeleton on the quality of life of children, specifically in the psychological and care dimensions. Other objectives are to evaluate changes at the physical and functional level.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients between 4 and 9 years old
• Patients with a confirmed diagnostic of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type II

Exclusion Criteria:

• Weight over 40 Kg
• Hip-knee distance less than 22 cm or greater than 38cm
• Knee-ankle distance less than 21 cm or greater than 37cm
• Distance between trochanters less than 24 cm or greater than 40cm
• Joint range limit greater than 20º