FDA approves 1st exoskeleton to help paralyzed walk again | MassDevice

Read the full article (and view video): FDA approves 1st exoskeleton to help paralyzed walk again | MassDevice:

"FDA regulators announced this evening that they approved for the U.S. market the 1st robotic exo-suit for helping patients with lower-body paralysis walk upright.

Called ReWalk , the motorized system is comprised of metal leg braces that strap around the legs and back, supplying movement to joints in the hips, knees and ankles. The system includes a watch-based remote that controls the suit's movements and patients rely on crutches to provide stability."

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Honda Exoskeletons - Are they future medical devices (video)?

Wow! Who needs a scooter in older age!? Maybe all that's needed are the very cool Honda exoskeletons that act as potential walking assist devices. Read the story and watch the videos on the Popular Mechanic site, "Will Honda's Exoskeletons turn the Elderly into RoboCops? (With Hands-On Video!). I live in a hilly city, and often think about what I'll need as I grow older. I certainly don't want to be tied to a scooter. I can imagine myself on a Segway. After seeing these demoed, I'm going to want one when my body starts to give out. Honda Assist Exoskeleton Hands-On Video Clip 

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