Ekso Bionics Announces Inaugural Open House Event

Early findings on using Ekso GT with stroke patients to be presented by leader in motor recovery research


RICHMOND, Calif., June 02, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB:EKSO), a robotic exoskeleton company, today announced that they will open their doors to the general public on the afternoon of Friday, June 10th, 2016. The open house will commence with a morning research preview for healthcare professionals, presented by thought leader Dr. Dylan Edwards.  Dr. Edwards will share his preliminary findings on how using Ekso GT, the only exoskeleton cleared for stroke, is helping his patients relearn to walk. Afternoon activities include a unique opportunity to experience a range of exoskeleton technologies first hand, tour Ekso Bionics’ historic Henry Ford factory facility and watch live exoskeleton demonstrations.

"We are excited to give our neighbors, current and prospective customers, students, investors and media the opportunity to tour our US headquarters and observe the important work we do as an industry leader," Tom Looby, chief executive officer, and president, of Ekso Bionics said. “We are in the business of helping people achieve a better quality of life by amplifying their potential with our exoskeleton technology.  We are honored to be able to share the vision and the business with our Bay Area neighbors.”

The open house, which runs from 12:00–5:00PM, will include guided tours every hour to showcase the history of exoskeletons, clinical demonstrations, 3D printing stations, engineering and labs presentations, and our new industrial exoskeleton department. To reserve your spot or learn more about the event please contact jhenderson@eksobionics.com or RSVP at links below.

Presentation for healthcare professionals: https://discussionwithdrdylanedwards.eventbrite.com 

Public open house: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ekso-bionics-open-house-tickets-24665868276 

About Ekso Bionics®
Ekso Bionics is a leading developer of exoskeleton solutions that amplify human potential by supporting or enhancing strength, endurance and mobility across medical, industrial and defense applications. Founded in 2005, the company continues to build upon its unparalleled expertise to design some of the most cutting-edge, innovative wearable robots available on the market. Ekso Bionics is the only exoskeleton company to offer technologies that range from helping those with paralysis to stand up and walk, to enhancing human capabilities on job sites across the globe, to providing research for the advancement of R&D projects intended to benefit U.S. defense capabilities.

The company is headquartered in the Bay Area and is listed on the OTCQB under the symbol EKSO. For more information, visit: www.eksobionics.com.

About Ekso™ GT
Ekso GT is the first FDA cleared exoskeleton cleared for use with stroke, and spinal cord injury levels to C7. The Ekso GT with smart Variable Assist™ (marketed as SmartAssist outside the U.S.) software is the only exoskeleton available for rehabilitation institutions that can provide adaptive amounts of power to either side of the patient’s body, challenging the patient as they progress through their continuum of care. The suit’s patented technology provides the ability to mobilize patients earlier, more frequently and with a greater number of high intensity steps. To date, this device has helped patients take more than 55 million steps in over 120 rehabilitation institutions around the world

Forward-Looking Statements
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