Twelve local boys suffering with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) were measured for Wilmington Robotic Exoskeleton arms (WREX).
The disease is a progressive weakness of muscles. While girls can carry the disease, it typically affects boys.
There is currently no cure, but the light weight exoskeleton device helps the person imitate normal human movements and improves their independence.
Our Liz Lewin profiled two boys who struggle with the disease. Their parents said their children have trouble with everyday tasks, such as brushing their teeth, eating, and writing.
The WREX arms are being donated by local non-profits, Suneel's Light Foundation and Glory Be To Kids.
Nolan n his twin both live w Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy(DMD) n today they are using their arms like nvr before thanks to this device! @WKBW pic.twitter.com/wrHVHg0R1r
— Liz Lewin (@LizLewin7) August 22, 2017
These robotic arms are exoskeleton devices that are making it possible for normal human movement. 10 other boys will be fitted today @WKBW pic.twitter.com/sm5NO45YA8
— Liz Lewin (@LizLewin7) August 22, 2017
These life changing devices are being donated by Suneel's Light Foundation n Glory Be To Kids. @WKBW pic.twitter.com/riiqjtmX6f
— Liz Lewin (@LizLewin7) August 22, 2017
Nolan n Jack's mom says, "I am so grateful my boys are in the window of opportunity for this product." @WKBW pic.twitter.com/KTdiOc794u
— Liz Lewin (@LizLewin7) August 22, 2017