Forearm-Supported Space Bar Activator

Forearm-Supported Space Bar Activator - open-source assistive technology product by the Soroka Medical Center community

About this project

This is a forearm support device that elevates and stabilizes the arm in a fixed position, allowing the user to activate the space key through controlled wrist movement. Excellent for use in a rehabilitation setting and can be sized up or down for your needs.

The challenge

A solution that encourages wrist movement during gameplay by using the space key as a repetitive motion exercise. Designed for rehabilitation to help maintain mobility and prevent stiffness.

Who it helps

Designed for wrist rehabilitation to maintain mobility and prevent stiffness.

How it works

This enables repetitive wrist motion during gameplay as part of rehabilitation, helping maintain mobility and prevent stiffness

A forearm support device that elevates and stabilizes the arm in a fixed position, allowing the user to activate the space key through controlled wrist movement

Tools needed

Protective glasses

Protective headphones

Electric Srewdriver

Jigsaw

FDM Printer

Project details

The build files for Forearm-Supported Space Bar Activator are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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