康复器材资讯 | Blatchford 推出智能下肢矫形器 Tectus

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英国国家医疗服务体系康复服务供应商、假肢技术制造商Blatchford推出了Tectus，这是一种智能矫形器，旨在使下肢部分瘫痪的人能够更轻松、自然、舒适地行走，并增强信心和安全性。

Prosthetic technology manufacturerBlatchford, a supplier of rehabilitation services to the NHS, has launched Tectus, an intelligent orthotic device that is designed to enable people with partial lower limb paralysis to walk more easily, naturally, and comfortably with increased confidence and safety.

Tectus使用Blatchford专有的性能响应技术（PRT）和微处理器控制技术来模拟膝关节的自然功能。

Tectus uses Blatchford’s proprietary Performance Response Technology (PRT) and microprocessor-controlled technology to mimic the natural function of the knee joint.

该设备连接到定制的膝踝足矫形器（KAFO）上，具有独特但复杂的弹簧、液压和传感器技术系统，使佩戴者能够复制更自然的步态周期。

The device attaches to a custom-made knee-ankle-foot orthosis (KAFO) and features a unique but complex system of spring, hydraulic, and sensor technology, allowing wearers to replicate a more natural gait cycle.

Blatchford表示，这种“仿生”的关键是Tectus的“弹簧辅助”功能，该功能使用可调节的控制装置，以确保腿在行走的摆动阶段及时完全伸展。

Crucial to this ‘biomimicry’ is Tectus’ ’spring assist’ feature, according to Blatchford, which uses an adjustable control to ensure the leg fully extends in a timely manner during the swing phase of walking.

制造商表示，Tectus的重量为660克，其纤薄轻便的设计是独一无二的，它提供了更高的舒适度，减少了肌肉疲劳和能量消耗。模块化设计允许设备舒适灵活地定位，允许从业者定制适合任何佩戴者的设备，与大腿形状或大小无关。

At 660g, Tectus is unique for its slim and lightweight design, the manufacturer states, providing increased comfort, which reduces muscle fatigue and energy expenditure. The modular design allows for comfortable and flexible positioning of the device, allowing the practitioner to bespoke fit any wearer, irrelevant of thigh shape or size.

Blatchford首席执行官Paul Roberts表示：“Tectus是Blatchford将向市场推出的众多产品中的第一款，该产品专注于患者个人，帮助他们获得最佳生活。

Blatchford CEO, Paul Roberts, said: “Tectus is the first of many products Blatchford will be bringing to market which is focused on the patient as an individual and helping them get the best out of life.

“我们正在进行一系列的发射，这将加速我们技术的使用，以最大限度地提高矫形器和假肢对人类的影响。”

“We’re embarking on a series of launches which will accelerate the use of our technology to maximise the human impact of orthotics and prosthetics.”

Blatchford说，佩戴Tectus的人可以走得更快、更长、疼痛更少、绊倒和跌倒次数更少。该辅助技术有五种活动模式，使日常活动变得更容易，如长时间站立、下楼梯、应对不平坦的地形、以不同的速度行走和可控的平稳坐姿。

Blatchford says that Tectus wearers can walk faster, for longer, and with less pain and reduced trips and falls. The assistive technology has five activity modes, which makes everyday activities easier, like prolonged standing, descending stairs, tackling uneven terrain, walking at varying speeds, and controlled smooth sitting.

还包括一个额外的培训模式，以帮助从业者设置和配置支架。

An additional training mode is also included to help practitioners set up and configure the brace.

Blatchford产品经理Emma Scowen补充道：“随着Tectus的推出，Blatchford正在进入一个新市场，目前佩戴者的选择非常有限。

Emma Scowen, Product Manager at Blatchford, added: “With the launch of Tectus, Blatchford is moving into a new market where the options are currently very limited for wearers.

“Stance控制产品是功能性的，但它们并没有给人们充分拥抱日常生活的自由。虽然其他微处理器KAFO可以被认为是笨重的，但Tectus的设计尽可能不引人注目和灵活，从而实现更大的舒适度和自由度。

“Stance control products are functional, but they don’t give people the freedom to fully embrace daily life. While other microprocessor KAFOs can be considered heavy and bulky, Tectus has been created to be as minimally unobtrusive and flexible as possible, enabling more comfort and freedom.

“我们采用了世界领先的假肢技术，并将其应用于矫形器，创造了一种真正改变生活的产品，可以改变全球许多人的生活。”

“We’ve taken our world-leading technology in prosthetics and applied it to orthotics, creating a truly life-changing product that can make a difference to so many people globally.”

此外，Tectus允许用户通过数字显示器或使用谨慎的手持遥控器在实际模块上的移动模式之间切换。电池状态、步数和安全警告都可以快速显示。Tectus的电池寿命为18小时，能够在两小时内从0充电到100%。

In addition, Tectus allows users to switch between mobility modes on the actual module via a digital display or using a discreet handheld remote control. Battery status, step count, and safety warnings are all visible quickly. Tectus has an 18-hour battery life and the ability to charge from 0 to 100 percent in two hours.

Blatchford成立于1890年，是一家假肢技术、定制座椅解决方案和矫形器的制造商。

Founded in 1890, Blatchford is a manufacturer of prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.

在新冠肺炎危机期间，布莱奇福德与其他几家领先的轮椅服务提供商组成了新轮椅集团的一部分。

During the COVID-19 crisis, Blatchford, along with several other leading Wheelchair Services Providers, formed part of anew wheelchair group.

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