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About the solution
Jonas Grau Thomsen’s journey with disability began at a young age when he was diagnosed with an illness that left him partially paralyzed. At six, doctors told him he would only be able to walk for ten more years, marking the start of his search for a bionic solution. After enduring years of surgeries and recovery, Jonas developed a resilience that fueled his drive to improve mobility options for others. Embracing his lived experience, he transformed it into a career as an exoskeleton pilot tester and innovation consultant, channeling his insights to enhance assistive technology and accessibility.
In 2021, Jonas founded Nordic Bionics in Denmark to address a gap he observed in traditional mobility aids, particularly wheelchairs, which often limit users’ mobility and lead to health issues like muscle atrophy. Nordic Bionics emerged from Jonas's vision of a more inclusive, technologically advanced future in mobility aids. The company specializes in exoskeletons and exosuits designed to empower individuals who cannot walk, providing them with greater independence and freedom of movement. Through collaborations with assistive device manufacturers, Nordic Bionics prioritizes user-centered design, creating lightweight, adaptive exoskeletons that cater to diverse physical and social needs. Jonas aims to reshape the industry, inspiring societal change and promoting a future where technology enables people with disabilities to lead more active and fulfilling lives.
As an experienced wheelchair user and exoskeleton advocate, he is committed to advancing the real-world application of exoskeletons, moving them from the lab into everyday life. By sharing his experiences as an exoskeleton tester, he hopes to connect more people with the life-changing potential of these technologies.
Adapted from:
https://americanbionics.org/jonas-grau-trailblazer/
https://growthgarage.mcgc.com/resources/wheelchairs-jonas-grau-thomsen
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xwt306IfYYugjXQC98nBu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdxVL5bwnwg
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Drive-Master - adaptive mobility equipment
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
WALKING WITH A WALKING AID: Walking with a walking aid
CAREGIVING
Polio
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Muscle cramps or spasms
Difficulty coordinating movements
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Paralysis of the legs and lower body
Muscle weakness
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Caregiving Support
Neurology
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
United States
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Father invents special boot so his son can do sports
Football
Running
Playing
Social interaction
STANDING UP: Standing up from a seated position
WALKING WITH A WALKING AID: Walking with a walking aid
Body-Worn solutions (Clothing, accessories, shoes, sensors...)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Paralysis of the legs and lower body
Impaired movement
Restoring mobility
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Neurology
Pediatrics
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Mobility issues
Solutions for Disabled people
Brazil
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Father creates exoskeleton to help son with genetic neurological condition walk
BODY BALANCE: Maintaining body balance
STANDING UP: Standing up from a seated position
WALKING WITH A WALKING AID: Walking with a walking aid
CAREGIVING
Cervical spinal cord injury/Tetraplegia
Assistive Technology access
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Restoring mobility
Managing pain
Promoting self-management
Preserving Organ Function
Managing Neurological Disorders
Recovering from Traumatic Injuries
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
Restoring Blood Circulation
To improve Treatment/Therapy
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Raise awareness
Caregiving Support
General and Family Medicine
Intensive Care Medicine
Neurology
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Sports Medicine
France
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