Mechatronic Exoskeletons for Hip Rehabilitation: A Schematic Review

Abstract

Many people with disabilities around the world have encouraged research into alternative solutions, as the development of novel robotic exoskeletons focused on the rehabilitation of certain parts of the body began. The objective is to provide the researcher with a structured matrix that integrates these components related to hip exoskeletons development. As a method, it used different databases and specialized search engines that helped collect research from 2015 to 2021. The process of filtering and selecting the reviewed research was carried out, leaving 80 selected. Finally, it is concluded that there is still room for improvement and continue development of hip-focused exoskeletons that contribute to the rehabilitation process and allow the functions of a real hip to be performed as closely as possible.