Dutch scientists make 'RoboLegs' for stroke patients, which can also be used for MS therapy to help people with Multiple Sclerosis learn to walk again.
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The prototype device is called the Lower-extremity Powered ExoSkeleton, or LOPES, and works by training the body and mind of a patient to recover a more natural step.
The machine is also being tested on spinal injury patients who have recovered some restricted movement in their legs.
It is hoped a commercial version could be made available to rehabilitation centres around the world as early as next year.
This information was posted on September 23, 2011.
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