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96-Gram Knee Robot Restores Mobility in SMA Children

5/25/2026

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  • Researchers led by associate professor Feng Yanggang of Beihang University tested a 96-gram knee-worn robot that delivers precise adaptive resistance on six children with severe muscular atrophy.
  • The trial showed the six children regained muscle growth and began to stand independently.
  • The research findings were published on May 20 in the journal Nature.
  • CCTV and Global Times reported the wearable rehabilitation robot and noted its potential for spinal muscular atrophy patients.