At Westchester Kids Orthopedics (WKO), the focus is on translating fundamental biomechanical principles into practical, adaptive support. Unlike static aids, our pediatric exoskeletons model the child's natural growth and movement patterns. The core of the Westchester method is a real-time control system that not only responds to intent but also anticipates developmental changes in muscle strength and joint mobility. This blog post delves into the technical challenge of creating a 'growing' robotic interface, where sensor data is continuously compared against a biomechanical development model. Our recent research shows that this approach can reduce the load on muscle groups in children with muscular dystrophy by an average of 40% during daily mobility.
