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Paralysed dad dreams of walking following incredible robotic therapy

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Paralysed dad dreams of walking following incredible robotic therapy
Paralysed dad dreams of walking following incredible robotic therapy

A DAD of four left paralysed by a serious crash is battling to get back on his feet with an innovative robotic therapy.

Luke Louden, 32, was given a “slim chance” of walking again after breaking his neck and back in August 2020.

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A father paralysed after a serious car crash is now dreaming of walking againCredit: PA
Luke Louden uses both the ZeroG Gait and Balance System, which have helped him to recover some of his walking ability
Luke Louden uses both the ZeroG Gait and Balance System, which have helped him to recover some of his walking abilityCredit: PA
Luke broke his neck and back in 2020
Luke broke his neck and back in 2020

Four months ago, he began using the ZeroG Gait and Balance System.

The tech supports his bodyweight and synchronises with his movement.

He has managed to walk up to 62 yards at the Glasgow spinal injuries unit where he is receiving treatment.

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Luke, who lives with wife Anna in Whauphill, Dumfries and Galloway, said: “I’ve had some dark times, but now I can look forward with real hope.”

The dairyman, who has daughters Anna, eight, Chloe, six, Mary, four, and son Isaac, three, said: “The dream would obviously be to walk my girls down the aisle.”

His car collided with a tree during the terrifying crash
His car collided with a tree during the terrifying crash
The tech supports his bodyweight and synchronises with his movement
The tech supports his bodyweight and synchronises with his movementCredit: PA

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