Abstract
The aim of this paper is to display how the current FES research achievements could be utilized for better and faster progress of FES standing-up. In this context the problems of FES assisted standing and associated research are described, particularly regarding the diverse efforts and their lacking of a more general treatment. A discussion is presented for stimulating research utilizing the numerous advantages of FES evolving technology and emerging knowledge for the benefits of patients and the development of advanced aids for FES assisted standing-up.