Ergonomic Palmar Grip Writing Aid
The challenge
This solution changes the grip orientation to a palmar handle, bypassing fine motor limits to enable efficient, low-energy writing.
Who it helps
Individuals with median nerve injury, reduced fine motor skills, or limited strength in digits 1-2 who struggle to grip standard writing instruments due to lack of tactile sensation or range of motion.
How it works
It changes the gripping orientation so users can write efficiently with low energy, bypassing finger fine-motor limits and the need for a precise pincer grasp
An ergonomically designed palmar grip writing aid that holds the writing instrument securely and provides a lower handle, shifting the gripping axis to the full hand.
Tools needed
PC or MAC I7 +
Fusion 360
Prusa slicer
FDM Printer
Project details
- Stage: Concept
- Built by the TOM Israel community community, Tel Aviv, Israel
- Team: Yuval
- Category: Daily Living, Hobbies, Fun/Leisure
The build files for Ergonomic Palmar Grip Writing Aid are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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