Orthopedic “armor” invention helps Russia’s disabled
Published: 11 July, 2009, 10:31
There is new hope for people who have been paralyzed with the invention of a so-called orthopedic “armor”, which is defying doctors’ prognoses by allowing patients to both stand and walk.
Although the use of assistive technology can help disabled and Deaf people of the Russian Federation to lead more independent lives, the Government needs to ensure that it promotes an extensive programme of legislation to protect these citizens. In addition the Government needs to adopt extensive projects on making the Russian Federation accessible. In particular the issues of transport, education, health and quality employment with real prospects of career progression, are absolutely vital for the estimated 15,000.000 disabled and Deaf citizens of the Russian Federation and I believe that the work needs to be detailed, coordinated and include disabled and Deaf people in the planning and delivery of these projects. The time is now.
Well done Aleksey, they say need is the mother of invention! I find it great from two angles, one that someone innovates from within, they don't just expect someone else to fix things, they overcome problems in a self driven manner. This is an excellent driving force for innovation, find a problem and then solve it. Secondly I like that it addresses the real world, it doesn't just wait to change the world, or expect the world to change, instead it says, lets help us play in the game to the maximum, and you are most welcome! I am sure a root cause fix for paralyis will be more about bridging the break in the nervous system, however, ideas and concepts like this, which offer immediate benefit, are to applauded, and who knows, because invention can be strange, where this will take us. I am sure this concept will be developed on, and will find a permanent place, especially where there has been some major tissue loss. Great stuff! Keep Walking!