Abstract

Objective: To evaluates the effectiveness of robot-based rehabilitation in addressing gait abnormalities, and endurance in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients.
Methodology: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using databases such as PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library, focusing on studies published between 2019 and 2024. The inclusion criteria were RCT studies involving PD patients using robotic devices for lower extremity rehabilitation. Studies were assessed for outcomes related to gait improvement, and endurance.
Results: The review included six studies, which demonstrated that robot-assisted gait training significantly improved walking speed, gait endurance, and balance. Freezing of gait symptoms were also notably reduced in participants undergoing robotic interventions compared to traditional physical therapy. Improvements in motor function were particularly prominent in patients with more severe gait impairments.
Conclusion: Robotic-assisted rehabilitation offers substantial benefits in managing motor symptoms in PD, especially in improving gait and reducing freezing of gait episodes. The review underscores the potential of robotic interventions in enhancing motor learning and neuroplasticity, making them a valuable tool in clinical rehabilitation for PD.

Key words: Parkinson's disease, rehabilitation, robot, gait training, motor function.