Exoskeletons in Equine Dentistry
In equine dentistry, precision and physical strain go hand in hand: working at chest and head height, maintaining static arm positions, and applying continuous pressure place significant strain on the shoulders and neck. Exoskeletons provide targeted ergonomic support by alleviating the strain of these holding tasks, thereby improving working conditions in the long term.
BRIEFLY EXPLAINED
What are exoskeletons? Ergonomic support for equine dentistry.
Exoskeletons, as intelligent support systems, relieve equine dental technicians of the physical strain associated with demanding precision and holding tasks during dental treatment. Active exoskeletons dynamically and individually adjust their power assistance to the movement, thereby significantly reducing physical strain. This results in a more ergonomic workflow, greater concentration, and a lasting improvement in the quality of treatment in equine dentistry.
BENEFITS
Exoskeletons in Equine Dentistry: Less Strain, More Endurance
Challenge: High strain on the shoulders during precise work with horses
In equine dental technology, treatments require sustained, precise manual work performed in close proximity to the horse’s mouth. Dental technicians often work while sitting or standing with their arms raised to chest or head height. Tools weighing approximately 1 to 3 kg must be handled safely over extended periods while simultaneously applying controlled pressure.
Typical treatments last between 30 and 60 minutes per horse—during which time the arm position often remains static. The muscles, particularly in the shoulder and neck area, are under constant tension, as it is nearly impossible to rest the arm. This continuous holding and working against gravity quickly leads to fatigue, a noticeable loss of strength, and often shoulder discomfort. As the strain increases, the precision of the work also decreases, which is a critical factor, especially during procedures requiring fine motor skills.
Solution: Exoskeletons provide targeted support during tasks that involve standing or working overhead
The S700 active shoulder exoskeleton is designed specifically to address these physically demanding tasks. It provides targeted relief for the shoulders by taking the load (the weight of the arm and the tool) off them, thereby noticeably reducing the strain on the shoulder and neck muscles.
Especially during longer procedures, this support helps stabilize the arm position and reduces the amount of effort required. Users report that fatigue sets in much later, or in some cases is barely noticeable. This enables consistently high precision during dental treatment, even over extended periods of time.
The result: fewer shoulder and neck problems, greater stamina in day-to-day work, and lasting relief during recurring, physically demanding treatment situations.
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Advantages
Here's what exoskeletons offer in equine dentistry:
Using an exoskeleton helps reduce muscle tension. This noticeably reduces physical strain.
Performance remains consistent even during more demanding treatments. Fatigue sets in much later.
Supporting the hands helps maintain fine motor skills. Even during prolonged use, tasks can be performed with precision and control.
The reduced strain on muscles actively helps prevent discomfort. Over time, the workday becomes more ergonomic and healthier.
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Active shoulder exoskeleton S700
Easier working overhead and at chest height: with the S700 active shoulder exoskeleton
- More power, less load.
- Up to 15 kg active power assistance
- Relieves the neck and shoulder muscles
- Facilitates activities at chest height and overhead
- For more power at work!
Active back exoskeleton B900
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Active back exoskeleton B900: The right tool for noticeable back relief
- For logistics, production and trade
- 30 kg active support
- Maximum freedom of movement
- Ready for use in seconds, adapts to you
- Take the strain off your back, strengthen your workforce
B100 Back Support
An invisible tool for better posture
- Relieves back strain during standing, sitting, and kneeling activities
- Improved posture and body awareness
- Customizable to fit perfectly
- Easy to put on thanks to intuitive straps
- Can be combined flexibly
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EquineDental Technician
Recurring shoulder pain during equine dental procedures? Exoskeletons specifically improve ergonomics during precision and holding tasks—reducing strain, increasing endurance, and ensuring consistently high-quality treatment.
With the exoskeletons from exoIQ, you also benefit from:
Adapt the power assistance to your individual work tasks.
Our exoskeletons are made for people and maintain natural freedom of movement.
Thanks to the tool-free size adjustment, our exoskeletons are quickly ready for use.
The exoIQ ergonomics app supports you in the ergonomic workplace analysis and makes the power support comprehensible.
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A look into practice: what others say about our exoskeletons
"As deputy production manager and welding supervisor, I am confronted with physically demanding work processes on a daily basis. The exoskeleton from exoIQ has proven to be a very effective aid in our company, especially for longer periods of overhead work.
When welding, grinding, and adjusting our stairs, as well as when working at shoulder height, it provides noticeable relief for the shoulder and arm muscles and contributes to more ergonomic working conditions in production.
Vadzid Redzepi (METALLART Treppen GmbH)
Deputy Production Manager and Welding Supervisor
“The exoskeleton is a real game-changer for our educational outreach. It brings technology to life and immediately sparks conversation among visitors. What’s particularly valuable to us is that visitors can try out the exoskeleton for themselves. From there, we can expand the discussion—from the technology itself to its applications and broader social issues.”
Thomas Keil (Deutsches Museum)
Museum Communicator at the Deutsches Museum
"When the exoskeleton is adjusted correctly, it's really comfortable—like a good hiking backpack. I was surprised at how comfortable and intuitive the S700 is to wear."
Fiete (Wildwuchs Brewery)
Founder of the Wildwuchs brewery
"If you have a job where you have to do a lot of difficult repetitions, it helps a lot."
Franziska Meis (Mrs. Meis)
Founder of Frau Meis GmbH
"An exoskeleton is not a miracle cure. But when used sensibly, it ensures the performance of employees—regardless of their age group—and prevents work-related sick leave."
Tobias Baumer (KRONES AG)
Production Engineering
"The S700 takes the strain off my shoulders and makes my work much easier"
Rene Cybala
Maintenance fitter for sanitary, heating and air conditioning technology
"It has helped a lot, especially with static overhead work. You can certainly hold out much longer and there is less strain on your shoulders. After a while, the exoskeleton becomes part of you and it supports your movements well."
Martin Androwitsch
iSi GmbH, Trade fair summary
"A really cool thing! Could really make everyday work easier for us in production. You really notice the difference. It's definitely a relief and ergonomically very valuable."
Franziska Lehmon
Hager Group, trade fair summary
"Could lead to a huge simplification for us. It works with me. I also really like the design and user-friendliness."
Ahmat Coskun
Hager Electro GmbH, Trade fair summary
"The S700 was like putting on a hiking rucksack. It was super easy to put on and adjust correctly. Handling was also a piece of cake."
Benedikt Schmaus
Student of materials science, trade fair summary
"The S700 adapts very well to the body and is very easy to adjust."
Christian Scharpf
Process engineer in the mechanical engineering sector, trade fair summary
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"The active shoulder exoskeleton was eye-opening for me: this is the future! I am pleased that we are well on the way to offering more support to physically active people."
Carsten Thieme
Physiotherapist at the m&i specialist clinic Bad Liebenstein
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Frequently asked questions and answers
The user. The exoskeleton supports the user's movements. The user must carry out the movement himself. The force of the exoskeleton is always less than the muscle strength of the user. This means that the user always retains control.
Intelligent control and adjustable actuators weigh more than passive systems. As with a load backpack, this additional weight is transferred to the hip belt and supported by the strong leg muscles. In contrast to passive, mechanical aids, the S700 not only stores energy, but also provides the user with additional strength in the arms.
The exoIQ exoskeleton has been proven to reduce the muscle activity required when working at and above head height. This significantly relieves the shoulder and neck muscles and prevents discomfort, especially during long periods of work.
Our musculature needs a healthy level of load. The supportive force of the exoskeleton can be directed in such a way that it preserves positive training effects for the musculature while minimising negative effects on the joint apparatus.
No, on the contrary. Since the exoskeleton only removes the permanent overload, the muscles remain actively used and trained.
The exoskeleton can be used with most commercially available, hand-held tools such as drills, grinders or suction cups. As its support force interferes with the movement sequence, it is not recommended for use with safety-critical operations such as open electrical cables or cutting blades.
The advanced joint chain and flexible back suspension allow maximum freedom of movement with controlled support. This also applies to secondary activities such as tying shoes or reaching into trouser pockets.
On the contrary, short-term effects have already been proven to be positive and this is also expected for long-term studies. However, such studies are not yet available for this modern technology. In any case, the exoskeleton must be ergonomically correctly adapted for the user in order to unfold its positive effect.
Potentially yes. Overstrained shoulder and neck muscles can affect the back - also because unergonomic compensatory movements often occur. These strain the lower back in particular. This negative interaction can be avoided with the exoskeleton.
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