PVC Pipe walker for children with balance difficulties

PVC Pipe walker for children with balance difficulties - open-source assistive technology prototype by the TOM International Community community

The challenge

Thousands of children find themselves limited in their ability to walk due to balance difficulties or a lack of confidence in standing independently. Having a support system gives them the confidence to move independently.

Who it helps

This design is intended to be constructed in almost any part of the world, for children under 5 years old who have not yet achieved independent walking due to balance difficulties or mild physical limitations, but who have the skills for grasping

How it works

Providing the infant with a safe and mobile surface that increases and elevates the contact area from the arms to the ground, offering the possibility of a more secure walking sensation.

A personalized, lightweight walker that can be built anywhere using only PVC pipes, glue, and rubber tips

Tools needed

Protective glasses

PC or MAC I7 +

Measurement tool

Screwdriver set

Rubber Hammar

Pvc pipe cutter

Project details

The build files for PVC Pipe walker for children with balance difficulties are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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