This new rare piece of wearable technology is a practical and immediately-usable invention that can be utilized by anyone with a hearing impairment. On Monday, this new Bluetooth device was officially launched by the Denmark-based GN ReSound company that developed it.

The hearing aid uses ReSound’s Surround Sound integrated sound processing and the company touts that it is powerful enough to aid in 90 percent of hearing loss cases.

Furthermore, this invention was created in order to work seamlessly with the iPhone and iPad. The ReSound Linx will allow the person wearing the apparatus to adjust the sound settings directly from their smartphone. This is an important feature that allows anyone who is wearing the hearing aid to be less conspicuous while adjusting their device in public.

So, what sets this device apart from the others? The hearing aids are directly connected between Apple devices. Additionally, the hearing aid also can exchange data with the iPhone, using the ReSound smart app that will give the user new ways to personalize their hearing experience.

The functionality of the device’s ability is the fact that the invention has the capability to remember specific sound experience settings from a particular location. The device can do this by tagging GPS locations, so users then have the option to use that location-specific setting whenever they return to the location.

That’s not all for the GPS function. It also serves as a locator. Let’s say that you’ve lost one of the devices; you can search for it using the ReSound Linx app, which raises the volume level on the app’s display as you get closer to the lost device.

The only apparent downside of this new invention is that it isn’t cheap. In fact, the general price ranges anywhere from $2,900-$3,500.

Although it may have a hefty price tag, this “sound” piece of technology is sparking the interest of consumers everywhere.

Take a look at the promo for the ReSound Linx:

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Sources:

http://mashable.com/2014/02/25/apple-iphone-ready-device-is-worlds-smartest-hearing-aid/

http://www.gizmag.com/resound-linx-hearing-aid-iphone/30963/

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But, with the help of one of the newest inventions in the medical field, known as the robotic exoskeleton, Marcela Turnage, 32, was able to get out of her wheelchair and take her first steps.

Now, thanks to the FDA-approved ReWalk Exoskeleton, a growing number of patients are beginning to regain their mobility.

This invention is a suit that is worn outside of clothing and helps move the users’ legs in a natural gait while the person uses crutches for stability.

Dr. Peter Gorman, MD, Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Rehabilitation at the University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute (UMROI), said, “I find this technology extremely exciting- and patients really love getting out of their wheelchairs and walking with this system.”

Right now, the bionic suit is only available at about two dozen rehab facilities in the United States. The most obvious benefit of the ReWalk is that it helps paralyzed people walk again. However, additionally, the exoskeleton appears to improve their health by also improving digestion and bowel function, which can be adversely affected by years of sitting in a wheelchair.

There are currently two models available: the ReWalk Rehab 2.0, which is FDA-approved for use in clinical settings like rehab centers, and a personal version for home use. The latter of the two models is available in Europe and is waiting on FDA clearance in the United States.

Here is a quick video to show how this innovative invention can again change the lives of those whose lives were changed because of paralysis.

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Sources:

http://health.yahoo.net/experts/dayinhealth/paralyzed-mom-walks-again-robotic-exoskeleton

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http://solidworks.co.kr/sw/news/4450_article2004_6_KOR_HTML.htm

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