Rehabilitative arm assist device

The rehabilitative arm assist device (RAAD) is a wheel-chair mounted rehabilitative device that will aid a patient with a neuromuscular disease in maintaining their muscle mass and range of motion. The key to extending life expectancy is maintaining muscle mass and the only proven way to maintain muscle mass is by exercising. Patients with neuromuscular disorders are uncharacteristically weak and require special care and sophisticated equipment in order to meet their needs. The muscles of the arm are prone to have decreased muscle innervations over time in patients and should be exercised on a daily basis to prevent further loss. The device is intended to be lightweight and comfortable enough for the patient to wear for an hour every day. RAAD is a solution for these patients who want to exercise in the privacy of their own home.