NextStep Robotics
Biotechnology ResearchMaryland, United States11-50 Employees
NextStep Robotics is a biotechnology research company focused on rehabilitation technology for walking impairment. It collaborates with physical therapists to help patients improve walking function and reduce reliance on ankle-immobilizing devices, addressing mobility deficits that persist after stroke. The company positions itself within the biotechnology and rehabilitation space by developing a low-cost, portable ankle robotics solution aimed at treating foot drop and enhancing gait, with evidence from a small randomized study indicating that a majority of participants reduced or discarded their ankle-foot orthotics. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, NextStep Robotics operates with a team of professionals in the mid-Atlantic region and engages with clinical settings to support patients recovering from stroke. The company’s activities reflect an emphasis on expanding access to advanced rehabilitative options beyond traditional braces, targeting stroke patients who experience foot drop and related mobility challenges.