Coggon Crawler

Coggon Crawler - open-source assistive technology product by the TOM New York City community

About this project

An affordable device that supports children with disabilities in crawling and quadruped movement-- providing secure positioning and head support, and freeing caregivers' hands to engage more actively with the child.

Conceived by Cassidy Sanchez, PT; with help from Emerald, Evan and their families, Peter Noonan, Jesse Darley, Landon Bilkia, Jacob Hansen + University of Wisconsin Grainger Engineering Design Innovation Labs.

The challenge

Crawling is critical for motor, sensory, and cognitive development. Many children with disabilities cannot access this stage independently, and existing solutions tend to be costly or inadequate. The Coggon Crawler makes this therapy more accessible.

Who it helps

Children roughly 18 months and older who still need quadruped positioning and crawling practice-- to develop shoulder and hip stability, depth perception and protective responses.

How it works

The Coggon Crawler provides secure positioning+head support so a child with limited strength/head control can safely practice crawling, while a caregiver's hands are free to engage, encourage, and interact face-to-face instead of supporting their weight.

An affordable, open-source mobility device supporting children with disabilities in crawling and quadruped movement through secure positioning, head support, and customizable 3D-printed components.

Tools needed

Protective glasses

Prusa slicer

Screwdriver set

Allen keys set

Needle-nose pliers

Cutter

Hammer

Pvc pipe cutter

Electric Srewdriver

FDM Printer

Project details

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

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