Pediatric Soft Exoskeleton Made of Smart Materials
A next-generation lightweight, soft exoskeleton for children with cerebral palsy (CP) was developed to help children walk. The MyoStep addresses motor impairments that severely restrict children’s participation in physical activities, self-care, and academic pursuits....
AOPA Announces 2026 Board of Directors
The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) has announced its 2026 Board of Directors. Elected by members, the board is representative of the membership and serves as the governing body, responsible for the supervision and direction of AOPA’s mission. The...
Researchers Engineer Treatment Design Software for Movement Impairments
Researchers led by Benjamin J. Fregly, PhD, a professor of mechanical engineering and bioengineering at Rice University, Houston, Texas, have developed a treatment design software that implements a personalized medicine approach for addressing impaired...