People with cerebral palsy sometimes turn to an ankle brace to provide support for weak ankle and foot muscles, but it can limit their range of motion. New Scientist reports that Carnegie Mellon University researchers have developed a potential alternative: a pneumatically powered robotic brace that mimics natural human movement while also strengthening the wearer’s muscles.
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