#movementaids

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New Prosthetic Hand Allows Man to Sense Temperature 🌡️🦾

“The MiniTouch device allows amputees to perceive and respond to temperature, an ability that developers hope will improve their human connections.

It works by transmitting thermal information from the fingertip of the prosthetic hand to the wearer’s residual arm.”

The first-ever prosthetic limb that allows the wearer to sense temperature and feel the warmth of another person has been created.

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Lightweight Mobility Aid

“It reduces the energy needed to walk by about 20 percent, potentially allowing walkers to go farther and feel less tired.” Smithsonian

I feel like this tech could help with many different medical conditions.

It sort of looks like a rock climbing harness, but learns how you move and actively assists ease the strain that comes with the movements.