March 14, 2025|
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|9 months agoBreakthrough: Swiss Scientists Develop New Walking Therapy for Paralysis Patients
Lausanne researchers combine rehabilitation robots with spinal implants in innovative treatment showing promising results for patients with spinal cord injuries.
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- Swiss researchers developed a combined therapy using rehabilitation robots and spinal implants
- The research was conducted at the Neurorestore research centre at EPFL
- The device sends electrical impulses synchronized with robot-controlled movements
- Initial trials involved five patients showing positive results
By The Numbers
5
Number of initial patients in trial
They Said
"The effectiveness of this therapy is limited due to the lack of active muscle use"