Hugh Herr

Biography

Hugh Herr, born October 25, 1964, is an American rock climber and engineer who lost both legs below the knee in a tragic accident during a climbing trip as a young adult. He overcame this adversity by designing and using specialized prosthetic devices to regain his passion for climbing. Herr holds patents for innovative prosthetics, including the Rheo Knee, a powered ankle-foot orthosis that revolutionized amputee mobility.