Paralyzed Man Regains Arm Movement with AI Brain Implant in Pioneering Surgery

A 46-year-old Swiss man paralyzed after a fall has regained some movement after a surgery installing an AI brain implant that reads his thoughts and stimulates muscles.
The implant acts as a "digital bridge" between the man's brain and body, allowing him to move his arms, hands and fingers by thinking about the movements.
This is a world-first pioneering procedure developed by Dutch company Onward. It could one day help many paralyzed patients regain function.
Similar brain implants have allowed a Dutch man paralyzed from a bike accident to walk again through physical therapy and training.
Experts say restoring arm and hand function is more complex than restoring leg movement. Further trials over several years are planned before the technology can become widely available.

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