Chair Stabilizer
About this project
A wooden auxiliary support for an existing or new chair to prevent a user from accidentally tipping over the chair backward or sideways when sudden and forceful leg movements occur involuntarily.
The challenge
Cerebral palsy encompasses a range of disorders, primarily marked by disruptions in movement, posture, and balance. The condition is characterized by abnormal muscle tone and reflexes, challenges in coordination, balance, and motor skill progression.
Who it helps
Daniel, a 4.5 years old boy, was enrolled in a mainstream kindergarten with accommodations tailored to his needs. He required a chair stabilizer that enable him to sit on the floor and interact with his the other kids during playtime.
How it works
Designing a wooden auxiliary support for an existing or new chair is essential to prevent Daniel from accidentally tipping over the chair backward or sideways when sudden and forceful leg movements occur involuntarily.
The support must be carefully crafted to withstand such forces while considering potential environmental hazards and ensuring the safety of other children playing nearby. Daniel loves Fireman Sammy, therefore we customized it specially for him.
Project details
- Stage: Concept
- Built by the Technion community, Haifa, Israel
- Team: Daniel, a beautiful 4.5 years old boy, lives in Haifa, Israel, and was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy.
- Category: Daily Living
- 4 downloads
The build files for Chair Stabilizer are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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