Trexo’s robotic brace helps children walk over 100 million steps [Video]

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Founded in 2016, Trexo Robotics is now aiming to reach 500 million steps with its device.

Updated: Dec 07, 2024 05:06 AM EST

Canada-based wearable robotics developer Trexo Robotics has announced that its robotic brace has helped children with disabilities take over 100 million steps, which is twice the number of steps required to circle the Earth. The device is designed to aid children diagnosed with cerebral palsy, spinal muscular atrophy, hemi and paraplegia, spinal cord injury, Rett syndrome and other neurological conditions that impair mobility.

Founded in 2016 in Ontario, by CEO Manmeet Maggu and CTO Rahul Udasi to assist Maggu’s nephew, Trexo customizes each brace’s gait to the user and adjusts it over time. The system accommodates changes in gait pattern, step speed, weight bearing, and support level.