I never expected to have as many gains as I’ve had. Mobility, stamina, strength, and balance have all improved. Wow! Just wow!
Even when I don’t have the sleeve on, I don’t have to wear my AFO. It’s helped expedite my recovery in ways I never could’ve imagined.
I walk with greater confidence. I have more energy for everyday activities. I honestly feel like I’m in the middle of a medical miracle.
Darryl's Walk Down the Aisle
Darryl has been living with multiple sclerosis for about ten years, and is using the Neural Sleeve to stay active and improve his mobility so he can walk his daughter down the aisle and dance with her at her wedding next summer. Darryl has been using the Neural Sleeve for over a year and has made amazing progress during that time. He is able to walk more and for longer distances, and feels stronger, and the muscles in his impacted leg have increased in size and definition. Not only does he walk with the Neural Sleeve, but he uses the exercises every day, all of which he attributes to his progress.
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Lee's Story
Meet Lee. He is a stroke survivor, musician, veteran, and tech enthusiast. 33 years ago, Lee suffered from a bilateral brain stem stroke, which left him in the hospital for 10 weeks. He lost the use of his left side, was on a ventilator for a week, had to eat through a feeding tube, and was sent home in a wheelchair. Today, with the help of the Neural Sleeve, Lee is able to park further away while shopping, walk with improved posture, find more joy in gardening, and feel more confident navigating over uneven terrain.
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Neale's Story
It was 4 years ago when I had my brainstem stroke. I lost all movement in my left side and was quite frightened at 32 yrs old. ‘I have a lot of life to live,’ I thought to myself, ‘I must fight to regain my independence.’ The Neural Sleeve has been fantastic in my recovery. I am able to move much faster and safer. The sleeve is a game changer because of my drop foot and is very comfortable. The CIONIC team has been world class with their customer service. I finally got the spark back in my life that I was missing and The Cionic Neural Sleeve has played a big part in that.
Jim's Story
I was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago. During that time my left leg and foot have grown progressively weaker and less responsive. My mobility and my ability to walk are now quite compromised. I have been using the Cionic Neural Sleeve for just over one week's time and cannot be more pleased. Wearing the Neural Sleeve I move in a way that is more flowing and natural. I am walking more quickly and smoothly while using less energy in doing so. Already I feel that I am getting stronger and more endurant. I should also mention that the Neural Sleeve is surprisingly comfortable and my body has become accustomed to wearing it surprisingly quickly. I do not have the words to properly explain the positive effects on my confidence and outlook. I very much look forward to seeing what progress I can make with the help of the Neural Sleeve.
Ben's Story
I have a progressive spinal cord disease, which is leading slowly and inexorably to paraplegia. I generally use two canes to walk. I tried the Cionic Neural Sleeve in October 2021. The device immediately assessed my specific issues with gait, such as the pronounced drop in my right foot, and my very poor hip flexion, which leads to a shuffling gait. Then with a few custom settings, I received the right level of stimulation in exactly the right spots. My foot drop was eliminated; my hip flexion was materially improved. I walked faster, with a more confident stride and better balance. I felt energized and hopeful.
Patricia's Story
Using the Cionic Neural Sleeve gave me a feeling of freedom I had not experienced since my CVA. The sense of freedom was directly a result of being able to use my two feet to navigate the streets of San Francisco. The sights, the sounds, the smells, the bustling sidewalk, and the blue sky overhead. It was really a breathtaking moment. What it feels like to use the Cionic Neural Sleeve is it's still my body. It's still my functioning leg. Muscles were engaging with the Neural Sleeve that do not engage without it. Therefore I'm able to walk more efficiently, I'm able to walk more confidently and without the added bandwidth in my brain of 'I'm going to fall' with each literal step. It was an unparalleled sense of freedom.
Jan's Story
Living with cerebral palsy has been a life long challenge. When it’s hard to move, you don’t move much, and then it’s harder to move. Wearing the Neural Sleeve has changed the trajectory of my mobility exponentially. I look forward to each day with increased stamina and confidence. I truly feel as though I am in the middle of a medical miracle. Jeremiah Robison and the team at Cionic are incredibly innovative people full of expertise and empathy. I am so fortunate to be involved!
Patty's Story
Patty has been living with MS for 37 years and was a physical therapist for 47 years. She shares her thoughts about first receiving her MS diagnosis, how far technology and treatment options have come, and how the Cionic Neural Sleeve has helped improve her mobility, self-esteem, energy levels, and more.
Sarah's Story
Sarah is a Veteran who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis while serving in the U.S. Army. She is an active mom of two young children, and a passionate advocate for Veterans everywhere, serving as a board member for the Paralyzed Veterans of America and a liaison for the PVA members living with MS. “MS is a move it or lose it disease, and guess what? I’ve got MS and I am not going down without a fight.”
Sharon's Story
Meet Sharon. She was diagnosed with MS in 2003 at the age of 60. A little over a decade ago, she broke her hip and started using a carbon-lite AFO. Although it helped with her foot drop, her leg muscles continued to weaken. When she started using the Neural Sleeve, she experienced fatigue. “And so obviously, it makes sense. My ankle, my foot, all of those muscles in the lower leg had not really been used for a long time.” Over time, she’s built up her endurance and has been steadily improving her mobility.