The potential of lower limb exoskeletons to enhance life-space mobility and to leverage green exercise in the rehabilitation of older adults: an expert perspective.

Reinhard Claeys, Elissa Embrechts, Mahyar Firouzi, Daan De Vlieger, Tom Verstraten, David Beckwée, Eva Swinnen

Rehabilitation Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium. · pubmed

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Abstract

As the global population aged 60+ grows, ensuring mobility and independence for older adults is a critical public health goal. This paper examines barriers to life-space mobility in older adults and explores wearable lower limb exoskeletons (LLEs) and green exercise as innovative solutions.

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Research summary

The paper addresses mobility and independence for older adults, which is a significant concern in the context of aging. However, while it discusses innovative solutions like lower limb exoskeletons and green exercise, it does not tackle the root causes of aging or lifespan extension directly. The findings may contribute to improving quality of life for older adults but represent a solid yet limited advance in the broader field of longevity research.

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