

Exoskeleton makes moving a bit easier for infant

12:24 AM, Feb. 4, 2014
UD develops Exoskeleton garment for children
UD develops Exoskeleton garment for children: A research team made up of experts in rehabilitation engineering, neonatology, and pediatric rehabilitation from the University of Delaware are developing an exoskelton garment for children with mobility issues.
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There was a time when Matthew Fink's infant exploration was limited to the area of his tiny lap.

He was born with arthrogryposis, a congenital condition that causes decreased flexibility of the joints. In Matthew's case, he could move his arms but couldn't lift them - and someone else had to bend them.

But when he was about 8 months old, he was fitted with a Wilmington Robotic Exoskeleton, or WREX, made by researchers at Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children. The system of adjustable bands and metal connectors reduced the effect of gravity on his arms and made them easier to move. ...



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