Ekso Bionics’ exoskeleton technology adopted worldwide: 3 details

With 240 centers across 30 countries using Ekso Bionic’s EskoGT exoskeleton technology, the company reported patients who suffered from stroke and spinal cord injuries have taken 100 million steps.

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Here are three details:

1. Because of the technology, patients have walked 50,000 miles in the EksoGT exoskeleton to date.

2. The technology is designed to help patients get back on their feet. Along with the company’s SmartAssist software, the exoskeleton supports re-learning correct step partners, weight shifting and mitigating compensatory behaviors.

3. The FDA cleared EksoGT for use with stroke and spinal cord injuries from L5 to C7.

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