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@gjnson

http://www.walkjoy.com has a device to help with gait and balance. Has anyone here tried this as it may help enough to prevent atrophy.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Mar 15, 2018

Hi @gjnson, the WalkJoy device sounds similar to the Walkasins device. We had a speaker who was part of the design team talk with our Minnesota Neuropathy Association in July of 2017. Here are my notes from the meeting:

“Walkasins Helped Me Walk Again” -- Report from a patient with diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Dr Lars Oddsson, who first spoke to us in January 2016 shared the story about Walkasins, the first wearable sensory prosthesis to help balance and mobility in individuals with peripheral neuropathy. Sole inserts measure foot pressure and gentle tactile vibrations provide balance cues around the lower leg. The technology is currently going through the regulatory process for medical devices under the FDA.

More information is available on their website: http://rxfunction.com/

John

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keeptrying | @keeptrying | Mar 15, 2018

Thanks for the info. I shall look this up. Every little bit helps..

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