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Problems with Advancing Technology
The lack of financial support is one primary reason that inhibits
the progression of assistive robotic research towards spinal cord
injury on tetraplegic patients. Stanford University is a prime
benefactor towards this research, but since it is extremely
expensive, more donations are necessary before this technology can
expand at a constant rate. In addition, political support is also
necessary, so the government is able to step in and aid the
research. Help of institutions such as NIH can prove to be crucial
in advancing spinal cord research. Also, it is socially necessary
for communities to accept individuals with disabilities. Building
a community where people with spinal cord injuries can live with
cooperation with other residence is crucial in advancing such
technology. Researchers need the assistance and acceptance of the
society before they can release these robots.
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