Team Brazos mágicos

Team Brazos mágicos - open-source assistive technology concept by the Buenos Aires community

About this project

The orthotics developed at TOM:Buenos Aires consists of a passive exoskeleton that balances part of the weight of Linda’s arms using a series of resistant elastic bands that can be added or removed as needed. The rehabilitation device contributes to the muscular development by reducing the effort but not completely nullifying it. The system consists an external corset that adjusts to the body and fastens the arms, and a series of sticks and joints that form the exoskeleton arms, to which the resistant bands are fit.

The challenge

Linda needs to receive constant stimulation in her limbs to gain strength.

Who it helps

Linda is a 6 year old girl from Jujuy. She suffers from Polymicrogyria, a neurological disorder that affects her motor skills.

Project details

An open-source assistive technology project shared free by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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