Modified Pant Hook

Modified Pant Hook - open-source assistive technology prototype by the Shepherd Center community

The challenge

The Shepherd Center strives to increase patients' independence when

performing activities of daily living such as using a Pant Hook device

during self-catheterization.

Intended users of this Modified Pant Hook are individuals with limited hand

dexterity. This could lead to difficulty using a traditional Pant Hook device.

The Modified Pant Hook limits the need for fine motor movement to

manipulate the small hook on a traditional Pant Hook by adding a larger

handle on the opposing side.

The Modified Pant Hook is a handheld, 3D printed device that uses a

hook on one side, and a large handle on the other. This allows the user

to easily manipulate the hook onto their pants, moving them out of the

way during self-catheterization.

Tools needed

PC or MAC I7 +

Fusion 360

Prusa slicer

FDM Printer

Stage: Prototype
Built by the Shepherd Center community, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Team: Shepherd Center
Category: Daily Living
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The build files for Modified Pant Hook are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.