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Sharing what I’ve learned about accessibility, technology, and everyday independence.
Category: My Walking Journey
Join me on my Atalante X exoskeleton journey: discovering new steps, milestones, and freedom through movement and innovation.
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From 90% to 20%: Celebrating Progress with the Atalante X
Yesterday, Wednesday, May 7, 2023, I had my weekly session walking with Wandercraft’s Atalante X exoskeleton, and this one felt like a real breakthrough. The day didn’t exactly start out stress-free. After a long drive packed with traffic, I arrived just minutes before my session was supposed to begin. Honestly, I worried that rushing in…
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Small Victories: A Personal Milestone in Rehabilitation
Yesterday, Wednesday, April 30th, marked a breakthrough in my rehabilitation journey that I had to share. During my weekly session with the Atalante X robotic assistance system, I started at 50% support, down from my initial 80-90% when I began this journey. But the real victory? I managed to decrease support to 30% on my…
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Finding Strength in Unexpected Moments: A Rehabilitation Journey
Victories sneak up on you when you’re not looking. Yesterday’s physical therapy session proved exactly that. The session started with what could have been a setback. Being on the shorter side, I found my feet dangling when trying the new walking mat in the exoskeleton device. But in rehabilitation, adaptation is the key. We quickly…