Robots make walking again possible

Two former motocross racers, left quadriplegic after an accident, have tested new robotic technology that helps the disabled to walk. These robots don’t replace wheelchairs, but allow them to walk short distances. (RTS/swissinfo.ch)

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Getting back on your feet one step at a time

This content was published on Mar 5, 2013 Look around and you will certainly find reports about paraplegics getting around thanks to so-called exoskeletons. Last year, Claire Lomas finished the London marathon wearing a bionic suit, albeit 16 days after the race began. The electronic gear helping her along was worth £43,000 (CHF63,000 at the time) – and cost is one of the…

Robots make walking again possible

Two former motocross racers, left quadriplegic after an accident, have tested new robotic technology that helps the disabled to walk. These robots don’t replace wheelchairs, but allow them to walk short distances. (RTS/swissinfo.ch)

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