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Detailed explanation-1: -Recording devices were implanted on either side of Thibault’s head, between the skin and the brain. He trained on simple virtual simulations before using the exoskeleton – which is assisted by a ceiling-mounted harness – to eventually walk, and reach for targets with his arms.

Detailed explanation-2: -ReWalk is a wearable robotic exoskeleton that provides powered hip and knee motion to enable individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) to stand upright, walk, turn, and climb and descend stairs*. ReWalk is the first exoskeleton to receive FDA clearance for personal and rehabilitation use in the United States.

Detailed explanation-3: -The brain sends signals through the patient’s body and then electrodes pick up those signals and transmit them to the robot. The robot moves based on what those signals say to do. So when a patient thinks about moving forward, they can take a step forward, Morace added.

Detailed explanation-4: -Spinal Cord Implant Allows Paraplegics to Walk Again, Scientists Say. Three men paralyzed with severe spinal cord injuries were able to walk again days after receiving a spinal cord implant that stimulates trunk and leg muscles–a development scientists think could have broad application as a commercial product.

Detailed explanation-5: -Exoskeleton robots can help improve standing positions, gait, correct weight shift, and help people with paraplegia learn to use their knee joints, ankle joints, and core strength together to walk again.