FRESNO, (KMJ) – A professor at Fresno State has developed technology that could help people with Parkinson’s Disease.
Fresno State mechanical engineering professor Dr. The “Leo” Nguyen and a graduate student are in the final stages of developing the Tremelo tremor-suppression device.
The device uses the principle of energy absorption — normally found to steady planes, bridges and tall buildings — to counteract involuntary shaking in the hand or arm.
It would assist Parkinson’s patients with day-to-day tasks and improve their quality of life while limiting the need for heavy doses of medication or medical procedures.
The device is featured in the fall/winter issue of Fresno State Magazine.
The Tremelo device is scheduled to hit the market in 2019.
