Today, we are opening the doors to the behind-the-scenes of developing the ORTHOPUS Partner, our upcoming medical device! We are revealing everything about what we still need to do, our co-design work with alpha tests, the design we aimed to achieve, and the accessories we still need to finalize… Designed to offer greater autonomy to people living with muscle
Disability and technology share a common history, as the specific needs of disabled people have often driven innovation. Text messaging, remote controls, voice assistants, and even synthesizers were initially invented for individuals with limited mobility. Today, the rise of artificial intelligence opens up a new realm of possibilities in assistive technology. But for disability, does this mean better accessibility or
Yara Peterko is a passionate occupational therapist known for her significant contributions to healthcare and rehabilitation. With a Master’s degree in Health Assisting Engineering, her expertise bridges the gap between technology and patient care. As Vice President of COTEC, she advocates for innovation in occupational therapy across Europe. Yara’s responsibility with Physiopedia, for the areas of professionalisation and regulation of
Social economy, human commitment, transparency and medical devices for everyone: where does it come from and what does it mean for ORTHOPUS? Let’s explore this topic! Why is ORTHOPUS taking part in the social economy ? Our main purpose is to bring solutions to the people living with a disability. That’s why we choose to develop innovative robotic assistive devices
Between December 2022 and spring 2023 we have conducted a beta test to test out our first device: the ORTHOPUS Supporter. 5 participants, between 14 and 35 years old, tested our robotic assistant at home. Our objective was to gather feedback about its usability in order to improve it for users’ daily needs. How did we organize it? What did
Steffi Pan, independent occupational therapist, shares her experience of the equipment with technical aids for the arms. What is the occupational therapist’s and medical team’s role? What are the tips to be equipped in the best way possible? What role do you play in the equipment of a patient with restricted arm mobility as an occupational therapist? Our role is
