CHUV Weber Gilles
A recent Singularity Hub article discussed a novel spinal implant that has allowed a man, previously challenged by freezing and balance issues, to regain the ability to walk effortlessly. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 36, Marc Gauthier participated in an experimental trial involving a spinal cord implant designed to directly activate nerves connecting the spinal cord and leg muscles. The implant, mimicking natural signal patterns for walking, proved successful in restoring Gauthier's gait, overcoming limitations of traditional treatments.
