Could Bionic Technology Revolutionize the Special Olympics?

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In summary, a group of researchers created a bionic man by merging technology from all over the world, which although not the best available, is still impressive. The conversation then shifts to the advancements in regenerative medicine and robotics for the disabled, with the belief that these technologies will greatly enhance the Paralympic Games. The correction is made that the Paralympics, not the Special Olympics, is the event for athletes with disabilities.
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So I watched The Incredible Bionic Man on Youtube the other day(link below). For those who have not seen it, a group of researchers take technology from all over the world and merge it into one robot. It is not the best technology available but it is impressive nonetheless.

Subscribing to several different science sites, I often see new technology being development for regenerative medicine and robotics for the disabled. The improvements made every year are just as impressive as the last and I am convinced that the Special Olympics are going to be so amazing when amputees have robotic technology allowing them to run faster, jump higher, throw further, and etc.

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I think you mean the Paralympics.

The Special Olympics is for people with intellectual disabilities and their focus is much more on participation and fostering the heath and wellness of the athletes.
 
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Wow, thank you for the correction! Completely different events
 

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