German Bionic is renowned for helping to move forward exoskeleton technology as it relates to industrial and factory applications, but the company has now gone ahead and launched a high-tech robotic exoskeleton that is designed for use by healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, particularly those who work with elderly patients.
The 'Apogee+' is an exoskeleton that is designed to come to the assistance of nurses and other service providers who need to be able to provide physical support to elderly patients such as those needing physiotherapy. This particular robotic exoskeleton is said to be able to provide up to 30kg of back support, not to mention hand grips that allow patients the ability to hold on for support while their service provider carries out their lifting action. The exoskeleton is also waterproofed so it can be used in bathroom settings, and is designed to have minimal surface area where germs and bacteria can congregate.
Armin G. Schmidt, CEO and founder of German Bionic, stated that this powered exoskeleton's suite of features "is designed to help ease the extremely demanding working conditions in these system-critical professions, making the jobs safer and more sustainable."
Senior-Supporting Exoskeletons
This Robotic Exoskeleton Can Help Augment Elderly Care Services
Trend Themes
1. Elderly-care Exoskeletons - The rise of exoskeleton technology specifically tailored for healthcare and rehabilitation professionals working with elderly patients presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the aging population sector.
2. Back Support Technology - The development of exoskeletons equipped with back support capabilities opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the healthcare industry, particularly in physiotherapy and patient handling services.
3. Hygienic Exoskeleton Design - The implementation of waterproof and bacteria-resistant features in robotic exoskeletons for healthcare settings provides disruptive innovation opportunities to enhance cleanliness and infection control practices.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The integration of exoskeleton technology in healthcare services, specifically for elderly care and rehabilitation, offers disruptive innovation opportunities to improve patient well-being and enhance the capabilities of healthcare professionals.
2. Rehabilitation - The utilization of exoskeletons in the field of rehabilitation, with features such as back support and hand grips, presents disruptive innovation opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of therapeutic interventions.
3. Aging Population - The development of exoskeletons tailored for the elderly population in healthcare and rehabilitation settings opens up disruptive innovation opportunities to address the challenges and needs of aging individuals.