Argo Medical Technologies Ltd. announced that its ReWalk is now commercially available for personal use throughout Europe. The company also announced that it has established Argo Medical Technologies GmbH to serve as the European center of operations to support the launch and to provide ongoing service to its customers. The ReWalk is designed to give persons with lower limb disabilities, such as paraplegia, an experience that is as close to natural walking as possible.

The ReWalk exoskeleton suit uses a patented technology with motorized legs that power knee and hip movement. Battery-powered for all-day use, ReWalk is controlled by on-board computers and motion sensors, restoring self-initiated walking without needing tethers or switches to begin stepping. ReWalk(TM) controls movement using subtle changes in center of gravity, mimics natural gait and provides functional walking speed.

A forward tilt of the upper body is sensed by the system, which triggers the first step. Repeated body shifting generates a sequence of steps, which allows natural and efficient walking. The ReWalk(TM) also sits, stands, allows turning and has the ability to climb and descend stairs.