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AP: FDA clears robotic legs for some paralyzed people Jun 28, 2014 5:05:13 GMT -8

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Post by Lαrα on Jun 28, 2014 5:05:13 GMT -8

Thankyou for sharing wavewolf I was reading about this earlier...I will add some extracts from the article i read...It has some useful info on.

ReWalk is the first motorized device to win approval from the U.S. federal regulators. It is designed to work as an exoskeleton for those with lower body paralysis (paraplegia) due to injury in the spinal cord.
This device is to be worn over the legs and part of the upper body and helps individuals to sit, stand and walk with some aid. It is for those with paraplegia due to spinal cord injuries at levels T7 - L5, also those with injuries at levels T4 -T6.

Those with a history of severe neurological injuries, spasticity, contractures, unstable spine, unhealed limb fractures or pelvic fractures cannot use the device. People with infections, circulatory conditions, heart or lung conditions or pressure scores should refrain from using this device.
The risks include pressure sores, bruising, falls and related injuries, and diastolic hypertension during use.

wavewolf...with regards to the insurance question..I went onto the ReWalk site and they advise people to contact them because availability for insurance varies from country to country....

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Link to their site: ReWalk

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AP: FDA clears robotic legs for some paralyzed people

Post by wavewolf on Jun 27, 2014 16:00:21 GMT -8

Post by dlevy on Jun 27, 2014 16:40:57 GMT -8

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