BackHelper

The challenge

To help the girl sit comfortably and in a balanced position during her time at school.

Who it helps

Came from Ukraine 5 years ago, lives with her parents and brother and has many pets. Goes to a regular school and whishes to be like everyone else.

How it works

Our challenge was to enable the girl to sit in class in a comfortable way, without feeling unusual. The backrest let's her lean in a specific angle and helps her stay rested and relaxed.

An offset to the original backrest that meets the girl's needs. We will allow the girl to sit comfortably and be able to lean back without hurting herself.

Tools needed

Protective glasses

Face shield

Measurement tool

Digital caliber

Screwdriver set

Electric Srewdriver

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the Shenkar College community, Ramat Gan, Israel
• Team: 10 year old girl with FOP syndrome who can't lean back on her school chair.
• Category: Daily Living

The build files for BackHelper are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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