Soft Robotic Glove for ALS: Taking Control of Your Hands Again

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In 2015, the Wyss Institute shared this video where they present a soft robotic glove which could lead to a dramatic improvement of day-to-day life for ALS patients. The glove could be an assistive device used for grasping objects, which would be seen as a great benefit for those suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and muscular dystrophy among other diseases and conditions that deteriorate hand movement.

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Marta Ribeiro Marta graduated from Universidade Fernando Pessoa in Porto with a degree in Communication Sciences and a Masters degree in New Communication Technologies. She has experience in social media, worked with several media channels, and has also worked as a freelance photographer and a graphic artist for almost 10 years.

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ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), robotics

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