Novel Modular Walking Orthosis (MOWA) for Powerful Correction of Gait Deviations in Subjects with a Neurological Disease.

Journal: Children (Basel, Switzerland)
Published Date: Dec 26, 2023

Abstract

This article introduces a novel concept where advanced technologies have been leveraged to produce a modular walking orthosis (MOWA) within a completely digital process chain. All processes of this new supply chain are described step-by-step. The prescription and treatment of lower leg orthoses for individuals with paralysis or muscle weakness, particularly cerebral palsy (CP), are complex. A single case study indicates successful treatment with this new orthosis (MOWA). From the authors' perspective, this innovative fitting concept is promising and will contribute to creating more efficient care within a multidisciplinary team.

Authors

  • Jan-Hagen Schröder
    MOWA Healthcare AG, 4500 Solothurn, Switzerland.
  • Gion A Barandun
    IWK Institute for Materials Technology and Plastics Processing, Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences, 8640 Rapperswil, Switzerland.
  • Pascal Leimer
    Switzerland Innovation Park Biel/Bienne, 2503 Biel, Switzerland.
  • Rafael Morand
    Biomedical Engineering Lab, Institute for Human Centered Engineering, Bern University of Applied Sciences, 3008 Bern, Switzerland.
  • Beat Göpfert
    Department Biomedical Engineering (DBE), University of Basel, 4123 Allschwil, Switzerland.
  • Erich Rutz
    The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, VIC 3052, Australia.

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