Care

Caregiving repeats the motions of lifting patients and changing their position dozens of times a day. The Bionic Suit is worn over everyday clothing without a rigid frame, easing the lower-back load of those repeated motions.

Under 1.5kg Waist assist suit weight

In the field

Challenges on Site

• Patient transfer and repositioning place repeated heavy load on the lower back
• Musculoskeletal strain on caregivers leads to turnover and staffing shortages
• Existing assistive devices are heavy and cumbersome, so they go unused on site
• During night care, equipment noise can disturb the sleep of residents

The SARTEXO Solution

Recommended products

Expected effects

• Waist assist suit under 1.5kg with 10Nm+ assistive torque
• Silent operation — no motors or hydraulics, so night care is undisturbed
• Worn over everyday clothing and quick to put on and take off between shifts

Example Tasks

• Patient transfer and repositioning
• Wheelchair and bed transfers
• Bathing and hygiene care
• Carrying and organizing supplies

Evidence

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