Twiice Exoskeleton

Technology

TWIICE SA is a Swiss company developing exoskeletons. Their first product, TWIICE Rise, is currently under development and under clinical investigation, therefore not yet approved for commercialization. TWIICE was founded in 2020 with the aim to develop technology for more inclusion and more independence. The purpose of TWIICE is to give people the opportunity to live healthier by exercising and moving during activities of daily life. Integrating ambulation in every day activities makes it easier to stay in shape without dedicating additional time for it.

Who can use it

TWIICE has been tested with participants otherwise unable to walk 10m unassisted. In the latest clinical study to date, users were individuals with complete or incomplete spinal cord injury at level C5 or below, able to use forearm crutches. The device is intended for users between 1m60 and 1m90, up to 100kg. Other typical restrictions apply, such as bone mineral density above certain threshold and normal blood pressure.

Where to use it

TWIICE exoskeletons have been tested on numerous terrains and situations, including stairs, slopes, outdoors, etc. TWIICE Rise, the first commercially available product, can step over obstacles up to 10 cm in height, and on slopes up to 15%. It will be approved for stepping up and down a single step or a curb, but not yet for stair climbing. [1]

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Citation Source Information

[1] Tristan, Vouga. Twiice SA. 2024