Typing Splint
About this project
The Typing Splint is a palm-sized, 3D-printed hand splint that seamlessly integrates a TPU tip to allow the user to easily type, press buttons, or complete other fine motor tasks.
The challenge
The Shepherd Center strives to increase patients' independence
when performing activities of daily living such as fine motor tasks like
typing or pushing buttons..
Who it helps
Intended users of this Typing Splint are individuals with limited finger
dexterity. This could lead to difficulty with fine motor tasks such as
typing or pushing buttons.
How it works
Intended users of this Typing Splint are individuals with limited finger dexterity. This could lead to difficulty with fine motor tasks such as typing or pushing buttons.
The Shepherd Center strives to increase patients' independence when performing activities of daily living such as fine motor tasks like typing or pushing buttons.
The Typing Splint limits the need for fine finger movement by using a touch screen compatible rubber-tipped stylus attached to a hand splint.
The Typing Splint is a palm-sized, 3D-printed hand splint that seamlessly integrates a TPU tip to allow the user to easily type on a touchscreen, press buttons, or complete other fine motor tasks.
Tools needed
PC or MAC I7 +
Fusion 360
Prusa slicer
FDM Printer
Project details
- Stage: Product
- Built by the Shepherd Center community, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
- Team: Shepherd Center
- Category: Daily Living
- Made with: 3D printing
- 22 downloads
The build files for Typing Splint are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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