Assistive Technology

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Assistive technology (AT) is any item, piece of equipment, software program, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities.

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Arc’teryx’s new powered pants could make hikers feel 30 pounds lighter (www.theverge.com)

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Their pitch expressly claims the device isn't AT... But it is to help more people access the outdoors, which I think counts to an extent.

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 month ago (6 children)

That's pretty cool. I'm glad they offer a daily rental to just try them out, I'm curious what is like.

[–] [email protected] -2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

The real question is how much does it cost, but then again compared to knee and hip replacements...

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

According to the article, $5k or $4.6k with pre-order.

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