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Robotics meets Rehabilitation: How modern technology helps people back on their feet

Robot-assisted gait therapy helps people with neurological conditions get back on their feet. Antrimon provides precise, safe, and intelligent electronics – from motor control to sensors. Technology that truly moves – in every sense of the word.

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3176 Neuenegg, Switzerland

In modern rehabilitation medicine, robot-assisted gait therapy is playing an increasingly central role. Especially for patients with neurological impairments, this technology opens up new pathways – quite literally. The system enables highly intensive, individually adaptable training that goes far beyond the possibilities of conventional therapies.

The Application: Precise, Individual, and Motivating

The robot-assisted system supports patients while walking on a treadmill. The movement of the legs is guided by an exoskeleton that can be precisely adapted to the individual’s needs. Parameters such as stride length, speed, range of motion, and level of assistance can be flexibly adjusted. The training is further enhanced through visual feedback and gamified exercises that increase motivation and encourage active participation.

This form of therapy is suitable for people with a wide range of conditions – from stroke and spinal cord injuries to multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease. Even in the early stages of rehabilitation, the system can be used to initiate initial movement impulses and promote neuroplasticity.

The Benefit: Efficiency and Quality in Therapy

The advantages are clear: by automating the walking movement, the burden on therapeutic staff is reduced, allowing them to focus more on supporting and motivating patients. At the same time, the technology enables a high number of repetitions and a physiologically correct gait pattern – both of which are crucial for successful therapy outcomes.

Furthermore, the system allows for objective tracking of the therapy’s progress. Developments can be documented and analysed in detail, enabling data-driven adjustments to the therapy.

Antrimon’s Role: Intelligence and Precision for Complex Systems

To unleash the full potential of such a system, more is required than just a mechanical exoskeleton – it demands an intelligent interplay of sensors, actuators, and user-friendly control systems. In this project, Antrimon contributed a significant share of the essential electronic components integrated into the final device – from development to assembly:

  • Development and production of various motor controller boards for precise drive control
  • Sensor integration, including pressure sensors for feedback and safety
  • Design and implementation of multiple connection boxes for sensors, actuators, and data lines
  • Development of the display board with intuitive user guidance
  • Support in the development of the user interface

Thanks to our experience in medical technology and our high level of in-house manufacturing, we were able to deliver customised electronic solutions that are robust, safe, and optimised for series production. Close collaboration with the client ensured seamless integration into the overall system – with short iteration cycles, high delivery reliability, and consistently high quality.

Conclusion: Technology That Truly Moves People

The combination of innovative medical technology and precise electronics creates genuine added value for patients, therapists – and ultimately for the entire healthcare system. Antrimon is proud to make a decisive contribution as a technology partner, helping people take step by step back towards life.

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