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Table 5 Physiotherapist Thematic Development

From: Exoskeleton use in post-stroke gait rehabilitation: a qualitative study of the perspectives of persons post-stroke and physiotherapists

In-vivo Code

Category

Theme

New technology

Technology in development

Developer - User Collaboration

Expectations

Differing knowledge

Knowledge base

Exo evidence base

Patient program

Training

Physio program

Battery

Device Hardware

Device Concerns

Pelvic attachment

Foot plates

Motors

Weight of the device

Alignment

Impact on alignment & movement

Movement

Price

Cost

Manpower needs

Assistive device

Augmentative vs. Robot

Device Programming

Exo gait pattern

Robot-exo programs

Machine Learning

One person use

Individualized vs. multi-user

Multi-person use

Fitting settings

Easy to access and use

Device Interface

PT to adjust parameters

Gait parameter settings per patient

Exo data reports

Data Output

Exo data to guide PT

Balance difficulties

Physical

Clinical characteristics requiring consideration

Coping with muscle tone

Standing Tolerance

Able to don independently

Cognitive deficits

Cognitive, Perceptual, Communication

Communication and comprehension

Safe to use

Safety & Interest

Patient interest

Risk re injuring patient

When should the exo be used

Care Continuum

Indications for use

Patient criteria

Outside of therapy

Integration into clinical practice

Feasibility of use in clinical practice

Impact on therapy time

Time to fit device

Hands on

Positive aspects of the Exo

Therapeutic Tool

As an exercise training tool

Improve exercise tolerance

To assist in everyday activities