Advanced Robotic-Assisted and Customized Rehabilitation Technology for Improving Recovery from Musculoskeletal and Stroke Conditions

Military personnel are frequently subjected to intense physical demands in both training and operational environments, resulting in a heightened risk of musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs). MSIs affect approximately 800,000 military service members annually, leading to 2.2 million medical visits, 25 million lost duty days, and healthcare costs totaling around $3.7 billion. Additionally, the prevalence of stroke among U.S. veterans is higher due to service-related risk factors such as combat exposure. The high incidence of MSIs and strokes in the military necessitates specialized resources to treat these conditions effectively.Robotic-assisted therapy devices can significantly reduce care costs and enhance recovery outcomes for these patients. Roboligent proposes to advance the development and demonstration of their Optimo rehabilitation robotic system to meet the Department of the Air Force's (DAF) demand for an efficient physical therapy robot. By providing automated, high-intensity, and evidence-based physical therapy for patients with neuromuscular impairments, Optimo can contribute to the core competency of "organizing, training, and equipping the Air Force."In this Phase II effort, Roboligent is partnering with the University of Texas at Austin as the Research Institution, aiming to adapt Optimo for a variety of military use cases. The focus is on customizing the user interface for military-specific rehabilitation protocols, enabling decentralized treatment, and ensuring compliance with military standards for security and patient data privacy. The project will involve collaboration with civil institutions to conduct multicenter trials, demonstrating the usability and safety of Optimo across different military deployment scenarios.