Manual whisking Assistive Device
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The challenge
Manual whisking requires repetitive wrist movements and sustained gripping force, which can increase pain and aggravate symptoms in individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome. For professionals who whisk multiple times a day, this may limit their ability to w
Who it helps
The product is intended for individuals who experience pain, weakness, or limited hand and wrist function during manual whisking. Potential users include people with carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive strain injuries, arthritis, or other upper-limb condit
How it works
The device reduces strain on the wrist and hand by improving ergonomics and distributing the forces required for whisking. This enables users to continue whisking manually with less pain, reduced fatigue, and improved comfort during repeated daily use.
The proposed solution is an assistive attachment for a manual whisk that improves hand positioning and reduces the physical effort required during whisking while preserving the traditional manual whisking technique.
Tools needed
Prusa slicer
Pliers
FDM Printer
Project details
- Stage: Prototype
- Built by the Ichilov hospital community, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
- Team: Bary Sayag
- Category: Daily Living
- 5 downloads
The build files for Manual whisking Assistive Device are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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