Description

The Keeogo Exoskeleton is a smart powered orthosis designed to support people experiencing mobility challenges caused by reduced muscle strength, limited endurance, unhealthy walking patterns, knee pain, injury, or certain neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.

Powered by B-TEMIA’s proprietary Dermoskeleton™ technology, Keeogo monitors the position and movement of the lower body to recognise what the user intends to do. Motors positioned beside the knees then provide adjustable assistance to help complete the movement. Keeogo does not initiate movement independently. The user remains in control and leads every action.

Unlike rigid exoskeleton systems, Keeogo is designed to complement the user’s remaining strength while allowing natural and unrestricted movement. It can assist with walking, climbing and descending stairs, sitting down, standing up, squatting, kneeling, and remaining upright for longer periods.

Keeogo can be used for rehabilitative training and personal mobility assistance following a professional assessment. It may support people living with conditions such as stroke, incomplete spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, knee osteoarthritis, traumatic brain injury, myositis, muscular dystrophy, and other musculoskeletal injuries.

Each Keeogo is mechanically adjusted and professionally programmed according to the user’s body measurements, movement capabilities, and required assistance levels. Support can also be configured differently for each leg, making the device suitable for users with one side weaker than the other.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Keeogo Exoskeleton?

Keeogo is a smart powered orthosis that provides motorised support at the knees. It complements the user’s existing strength and assists with everyday movements and rehabilitative exercises.

Does Keeogo walk independently for the user?

No. Keeogo does not initiate movement. It monitors the user’s lower-body position, detects the beginning of an intended movement, and then provides assistance to help complete it. The user remains in control.

What activities can Keeogo assist with?

Keeogo can provide support while walking, going up or down stairs, sitting down, standing up, squatting, kneeling, and standing for longer periods.

Who may benefit from using Keeogo?

Keeogo may support people experiencing reduced endurance, muscle weakness, unhealthy walking patterns, or knee pain. It is used in rehabilitation for conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, incomplete spinal cord injury, knee osteoarthritis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, myositis, muscular dystrophy, and musculoskeletal injuries.

Suitability must be determined through an individual clinical assessment.

Can Keeogo be used independently at home?

Potential users should be able to maintain sufficient balance and core strength, move the leg forward from the hip, and initiate movements such as walking, sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, and stair climbing.

Independent use should only begin after professional assessment, fitting, programming, and training.

Can Keeogo assist someone with weakness in only one leg?

Yes. Keeogo can support users with unilateral mobility difficulties. The device is worn on both legs, but the assistance provided to each side can be adjusted according to the user’s individual requirements.

Is Keeogo one size fits all?

No. Keeogo is designed for users above 155 cm in height with a waist size between 26 and 42 inches. Its frame, contact areas, belt, and assistance settings are adjusted for each user by a trained professional.

How long does the Keeogo battery last?

The battery typically provides approximately 1 to 4 hours of operation, depending on how the device is used. Charging takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Can Keeogo be worn over clothing?

Yes. Keeogo has a streamlined design intended to be worn over suitable clothing.

Can Keeogo be used outdoors?

Yes. Keeogo can be used outdoors, including in snow and light rain. It must not be used in heavy rain or submerged in water.

Is a professional assessment required?

Yes. A professional assessment is required to determine whether Keeogo is appropriate for the user. The initial fitting includes mechanical adjustments and software programming based on the person’s measurements, strength, mobility, and assistance requirements.

Who should not use Keeogo?

According to the manufacturer, contraindications include complete lower-limb paralysis, skin sores where the device is worn, severe fixed contractures, severe osteoporosis, severe vascular disorders of the lower limbs, uncontrolled epilepsy, uncontrolled autonomic dysreflexia, severe cognitive impairment, or hip and knee conditions that prevent the required range of motion.

A qualified healthcare professional must confirm suitability before Keeogo is used.