Groundbreaking Mobility: XoMotion™ Exoskeleton at Invictus Games 2025
Human in Motion Robotics (HMR) made a significant impact at the Invictus Games 2025, held in Vancouver. Their innovative device, the XoMotion™ exoskeleton, took center stage during the Closing Ceremony, exemplifying the company's dedicated mission to enhance mobility for individuals facing challenges. The event saw Chloë Angus, the Product Ambassador and Director of Lived Experience at HMR, demonstrate the exoskeleton’s capabilities, inspiring many with her powerful story of resilience.
A Journey of Resilience and Innovation
Chloë’s path to becoming a strong advocate for accessible technology began after a life-altering medical event in 2015, which left her with permanent paralysis. Determined to regain autonomy, she sought alternatives beyond standard treatments, ultimately channeling her insights into the development of XoMotion. Her experience provided vital information that shaped the device's design, ensuring it meets the needs of users facing mobility challenges.
The demonstration during the official flag handover captured the essence of strength and determination inherent in the Invictus Games. “We are incredibly proud to have showcased XoMotion at the Invictus Games,” remarked Siamak Arzanpour, emphasizing the exoskeleton's potential to change lives.
Features That Redefine Mobility
The XoMotion exoskeleton is not just a robotic device; it's a revolutionary approach to assistive technology designed to empower individuals. Here are some key features:
- - Self-Balancing Technology: With 12 high-performance actuators, XoMotion replicates natural bipedal movement, ensuring users maintain stability and safety throughout their activities.
- - Hands-Free Operation: This feature enables users to achieve natural upper-body functionality, making everyday tasks much more manageable.
- - Omnidirectional Mobility: The exoskeleton allows users to engage in complex ambulatory tasks, offering true functionality not often seen in assistive devices.
- - Versatile Applications: Whether recovering from a spinal cord injury, stroke, or other neurological impairment, XoMotion caters to patients at different recovery stages.
- - Practitioner-Friendly Design: By reducing physical demands on therapists, the XoMotion minimizes the staff required to mobilize patients during treatment.
Regulatory Approval and Future Availability
In a substantial achievement for HMR, the XoMotion has received regulatory clearance for clinical uses from Health Canada. This approval marks a vital step towards expanding access for individuals with mobility impairments across Canada. HMR is currently working on establishing a network of clinics that will allow patients to experience the benefits of XoMotion firsthand.
Excitingly, the device is also undergoing clinical trials seeking FDA approval for the U.S. market, with aspirations to reach global markets in Europe and Asia thereafter.
Aligning with the Spirit of Invictus Games
The Invictus Games, established by Prince Harry, celebrates the resilience of wounded, injured, or sick service members and veterans. The Vancouver 2025 event marked a historic first, integrating winter adaptive sports alongside traditional summer events, and bringing together over 500 athletes from 20 different nations.
Conclusion
Human in Motion Robotics is committed to leading innovation in robotic mobility technology, with the XoMotion exoskeleton representing a remarkable leap towards rebuilding lives. The journey of Chloë Angus alongside this ground-breaking technology underscores a collective aspiration: to create a world where everyone can regain their independence and thrive despite the challenges they face.
For further information and to arrange a demonstration of the XoMotion, visit
humaninmotion.com.