Robot-Aided Rehabilitation Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL)
It is meant for the treatment and rehabilitation of various neurological conditions like spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Friedreich's ataxia as well as other neurodegenerative and neuromuscular diseases, and efficiently used for people with walking disabilities who still have some residual functions in their legs since the patient can only steer the robot, if neural impulses on the surface of the skin can be intercepted. The Hybrid Assistive Limb can be used, under certain circumstances
HAL® Exoskeleton
Its structure is made of special light yet sturdy plastic by the Japanese manufacturer Cyberdyne, it is designed to fit the wearer’s body for additional functional support.
Functional Method
It is the only approved system of its kind that traps the electrical signals of the brain via the skin surface of the lower limbs and supports them in a motorized manner. The movement is thus a controlled activity deliberately desired by the patient. While using it, Impulses from the leg muscles are sent back to the brain. In this manner, a so called neuromuscular feedback is created causing activation of the cerebral area responsible. The overall condition improves considerably.
HAL® Therapy Results
- Increased walking speed
- Reduced need for medical aids
- Improved skin sensation
- Reduction of spasticity
- Reduction in neuropathic pain
- Strengthening of the muscles
- Stimulation of the affected brain regions
For More Information
Please contact BPK9 Hotline 1745 Ext. Rehabilitation Center, 6th floor.
