In this episode, Brenda welcomes Marc Robert from Trexo Robotics for an insightful episode about the intersection of mobility, technology, and community for kids with disabilities. What began as a father’s search for better options turned into something much bigger, a movement helping families reclaim hope, gather data, and imagine new futures for their children. Marc shares how a viral GoFundMe campaign led to his son becoming one of the earliest users of the Trexo exoskeleton, a robotic gait trainer designed to help children with physical disabilities take assisted steps and build strength, confidence, and independence. He walks us through the real-life impact of this technology, including the clinical, emotional, and logistical challenges that come with it, how Trexo is evolving, and why it’s about far more than walking.

Key Takeaways:

[2:46] Mark's background and introduction to Trexo Robotics.

[3:55] Mark discovered Trexo Robotics' robotic device online and decided to trial it for his son, who has a rare genetic condition.

[4:27] Mark explains the process of raising funds for the device using GoFundMe and the success of his campaign.

[6:14] Mark shares how he brought the device to his son's school to help him exercise and the challenges of using it in a school setting.

[9:40] Why setup and comfort matter, and how family feedback changed the product.
[13:08] Becoming a long-term support figure for families via weekly Zoom.

[16:49] Beyond walking: the device’s impact on digestion, sleep, core strength, and social inclusion.

[21:23] Why the Trexo works for all levels of gross motor function.

[23:45] The device's ability to help children with various motor impairments, including cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis.

[30:32] Accessibility and availability of the device.

[35:31] Why heart, not just hardware, defines the Trexo team.

[36:54] Where Trexo devices are being used across Canada, and where they’re headed next.

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