Posts Tagged 'Paralyzed'
Woman Walks Again With 3D Printed Exoskeleton [video]
Published February 25, 2014 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: 3D Printed, 3D Systems, Amanda Boxtel, Ekso Bionics, exoskeleton, medical, mobility, Paralyzed, physical assist, spinal cord, video
Exoskeleton Allows Paralyzed Patients To Walk
Published December 27, 2012 Uncategorized Leave a CommentTags: Aaron Bloom, bionic, crutches, exoskeleton, medicine, Paralyzed, research, science, spinal injury
This week, Aaron Bloom did something he hasn’t been able to do since his accidental fall in July 2010: he took a walk. The 27 year old is one of three patients testing the Ekso, a battery-powered bionic suit or exoskeleton, which is strapped over his clothing. “I don’t really need anybody holding on to me,” he said. “I can lift my hands up and put a little weight through these crutches, and feel pretty comfortable.”
