Aditional backrest for a student chair

The challenge

During class, Abed sits on an uncomfortable plastic student chair that is not padded. In addition, the chair is not suitable for Abed's body, which may contribute to the disease's development.

Who it helps

Abed, a 20-years-old architecture student, lives with his family in the north of Israel. Abed has a rare syndrome called FOP (Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva). This syndrome makes it difficult for him to dress, bend down and sit comfortably.

How it works

We provide a portable and comfortable backrest that fits Abed's sitting position and measurements and actually solves the problem of prolonged sitting.

The solution we offer is a portable backrest adapted to Abed's measurements, and suitable to his student chair at the college.

Tools needed

Protective glasses

Measurement tool

Digital caliber

scissors

Stanley knife

sewing machine

scissors

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the Shenkar College community, Ramat Gan, Israel
• Team: Abed
• Category: Daily Living
• 7 downloads

The build files for Aditional backrest for a student chair are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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