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[newfieboy]

I recently came across this site (http://www.argomedtec.com/) and was wondering if anyone has any further information on the ReWalk?!

[Abbey22]

 newfieboy, on Aug 1 2008, 09:28 AM, said:

I recently came across this site (http://www.argomedtec.com/) and was wondering if anyone has any further information on the ReWalk?!

My dad called me the other day and told me about "Rewalk", he said he researched it and found it to be pretty incredible....I watched the video of the guy walking like 10 times....it can't be that simple can it??? But I am very interested to see what happens when it become avalible to the general public in the US in 2009. I don't even wanna know how much it's gonna cost....the only down fall being that you have to have enough upper body strength to use the fore arm crutches.


here's another article that goes into a little more depth.
http://isunews.com/2...ng-of-the-past/

[Webwych]

Oooh no no no! I've seen 'The Wrong Trousers' - I'm not going anywhere near that contraption!

[Trinity]

 Webwych, on Aug 2 2008, 07:31 PM, said:

Oooh no no no! I've seen 'The Wrong Trousers' - I'm not going anywhere near that contraption!

[Ches]

Thats pretty kick ass. I'd sport the Robocop look any day.

[graphic]

I'm an incomplete T10 so am able to use elbow crutches to walk a few yards. The trouble is that it's VERY slow and takes so much effort the strain is too much on my arms. If the Rewalk takes the load and my arms would only be needed for balance that would be ok, but if I needed to put all my weight on the crutches to swing my legs then it would be a 'no' for me. Although being able to walk a little is great I find I can't carry anything or pick something off a shelf in a shop etc because my arms are constantly working trying to maintain my balance. Another huge drawback is that if you have no bladder or bowel control walking can cause many an embarrassing moment! Psychologically it's great to be able to stand though, if only for a few minutes, and it relieves the pressure.

[Webwych]

 trinity, on Aug 2 2008, 11:58 PM, said:

Welcome to my incredibly sick sense of humour.

[David Z]

 graphic, on Aug 3 2008, 01:56 PM, said:

I'm an incomplete T10 so am able to use elbow crutches to walk a few yards. The trouble is that it's VERY slow and takes so much effort the strain is too much on my arms. If the Rewalk takes the load and my arms would only be needed for balance that would be ok, but if I needed to put all my weight on the crutches to swing my legs then it would be a 'no' for me. Although being able to walk a little is great I find I can't carry anything or pick something off a shelf in a shop etc because my arms are constantly working trying to maintain my balance. Another huge drawback is that if you have no bladder or bowel control walking can cause many an embarrassing moment! Psychologically it's great to be able to stand though, if only for a few minutes, and it relieves the pressure.

Please note: The ReWalk's user weight is carried by his legs, the crutches help him in keeping his balance.

You are welcome to visit our Website: www.argomedtec.com

Regards

David

 newfieboy, on Aug 1 2008, 04:28 PM, said:

I recently came across this site (http://www.argomedtec.com/) and was wondering if anyone has any further information on the ReWalk?!

Hi

Argo Medical Technologies Ltd. (www.argomedtec.com) is a young Israeli company which developed a unique prtoduct, called the ReWalk, which enables people of lower limb mobility disabilities (including paraplegics as a result of spinal chord injuries) to stand, walk and climb stairs.
The ReWalk is still in the development stage. It will be available commercially available in South America not before Q1/2010.

You are welcome to visit our Website: www.argomedtec.com

Regards

Davidz@argomedtec.com

[Emily C]

WELL!!!!

I wish I "got" the trousers comment...I have a twisted sense of humor also..anyone care to explain?

Anyway...back to my 'well'...I'm BLOWN AWAY!!!!! My mouth dropped open when he walked up the stairs!!! I'd LOVE to give it a try!!! IDK if I can handle the brace thing, but what an accomplisment!!!!

I wonder how much $$$???

[Webwych]

 Emily C, on Aug 18 2008, 05:33 AM, said:

WELL!!!!

I wish I "got" the trousers comment...I have a twisted sense of humor also..anyone care to explain?

I was referring to one of my favourite movies - Wallace and Gromit in 'The Wrong Trousers'

:-) I'm just thinking the ReWalk would be not good for someone who has muscle spasms would it?

[eleanorigby]

I don't know about everyday use, I think a chair might be more efficient and take less energy, but deffo something I'd be interested in. It would be great for health purposes and just getting up and bumping around the house for a few hours a day in it would be cool. Thanks for posting this info.

[edlee]

If they could get the price down to a reasonable level,, I would be in line for one.

Don't think medicaid or medicare would come up with the cash, tho.

They might have some problems with liability insurance, here in the states. You can't cross a street with out rolling over a lawyer or two.
ed

[Emily C]

 Webwych, on Aug 18 2008, 10:34 AM, said:

 Emily C, on Aug 18 2008, 05:33 AM, said:

WELL!!!!

I wish I "got" the trousers comment...I have a twisted sense of humor also..anyone care to explain?

I was referring to one of my favourite movies - Wallace and Gromit in 'The Wrong Trousers'

:-) I'm just thinking the ReWalk would be not good for someone who has muscle spasms would it?

Ohhh, thanks for explaiining!!!

[August]

The ReWalk is still in the development stage. It will be available commercially available in South America not before Q1/2010.


Regards

Davidz@argomedtec.com
[/quote]


Whereabouts in South America?

Thanks,
August

[Amy Bell]

Argo Medical Technologies has developed a device, named ReWalk, which is described as a quasi robotic exoskeleton suit that you wear. This development could revolutionize lives by bestowing the gift of mobility to individuals suffering from a vast array of issues such as spinal cord injuries and a host of other conditions that cause them to have walking impairments.

This device is currently undergoing clinical trials at Moss Rehab. Hospital in Philadelphia, Pa.

For more information please visit http://rewalk.com or email info@rewalk.com

[MxDisasterGrl]

it will be available to the public for around 35,000 dollars so a video i just saw said. I think i'll buy me a Shelby GT500.