NaturaGait Lower-Limb Rehabilitation Robot

NaturaGait 1.0, developed by Shanghai Electric Intelligent Rehabilitation Medical Technology, serves as a weight reduction gait training and evaluation system designed for post-stroke and neurological rehabilitation. The fixed-base lower-extremity robot enables structured gait training while collecting quantitative data for rehabilitation assessment.

Product Overview

The NaturaGait system represents Shanghai Electric’s primary lower-limb rehabilitation offering, developed through five years of research beginning in 2013. Unlike mobile rehabilitation robots that move with patients, NaturaGait employs a stationary mechanical structure that supports patients during gait pattern training. This design philosophy prioritizes stability and precise control over mobility, making it suitable for hospital-based rehabilitation departments.

The system targets patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injuries, and other conditions affecting lower-extremity motor function. By providing adjustable body weight support, NaturaGait allows patients to practice walking patterns before they can bear their full weight independently.

Key Features

NaturaGait’s fixed-base structure enables precise body-weight support and gait-pattern control that mobile platforms can’t match for acute hospital rehabilitation.

• Fixed-Base Structure: Stationary mechanical platform provides stable support during gait training
• Weight Reduction System: Dynamic harness mechanism offloads patient body weight during walking practice
• Quantitative Evaluation: Integrated sensors capture gait parameters for objective rehabilitation assessment
• Adjustable Support Levels: Progressive weight bearing adjustment as patients recover strength
• Real-Time Feedback: Visual and data feedback during training sessions

Technical Specifications

NaturaGait’s fixed-base, hospital-installed design pairs a dynamic weight reduction system with real-time gait analysis sensors for objective rehabilitation data.

Clinical Applications

NaturaGait is designed for institutional use in hospital rehabilitation departments and dedicated rehabilitation centers. The system addresses several clinical scenarios:

Post-Stroke Rehabilitation: Patients recovering from ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke who require gait retraining as part of their neurological recovery program.

Spinal Cord Injury Recovery: Individuals with incomplete spinal cord injuries working to restore ambulatory function.

Neurological Conditions: Patients with various neurological disorders affecting lower-extremity motor control and gait patterns.

The system has been deployed in clinical research programs at Shanghai hospitals including Yangzhi Rehabilitation Hospital (Shanghai Sunshine Rehabilitation Center), where it has been used alongside other rehabilitation robots in post-stroke treatment protocols.

Regulatory Status

The product is in commercial use at Chinese healthcare institutions. Specific regulatory approval dates have not been independently verified.

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions can NaturaGait treat?

NaturaGait is designed for gait rehabilitation in patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injuries, and other neurological conditions affecting lower-extremity motor function. The system provides structured gait training with adjustable body weight support.

How does NaturaGait differ from exoskeleton robots?

Unlike wearable exoskeleton robots that move with patients, NaturaGait is a fixed-base system where patients train within a stationary structure. This design provides maximum stability and precise control, though it limits training to a fixed location.

Where is NaturaGait manufactured?

NaturaGait is developed and manufactured by Shanghai Electric Intelligent Rehabilitation Medical Technology Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Shanghai Electric Group based in Shanghai, China.