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The Wilmington Robotic Exoskeleton

This demonstration presents a case study of the Wilmington Robotic Exoskeleton (WREX) after a 10-day user trial. The WREX is a Functional Upper Arm Orthosis developed at the duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE. The Jebsen Standardized Hand Functional Test for Children was conducted prior to and upon completion of the 10 day trial. The results of the test as well as the subjective impressions regarding the WREX will be discussed. Several design and implementation issues were raised by this initial trial. The subject's enthusiasm and drive highlighted practical issues both pro and con. This input is invaluable in developing a usable and acceptable assistive device such as the WREX.