- 9072
- 509
- 20
- 14
- 0
- Help Ukraine
About the solution
It all started in 2005 when Tiffany was working as a nanny with a little boy with Down’s syndrome, named Gibby. Of his many struggles, medicine time was one of the most difficult for him.
“It broke my heart to see him face such difficulties with something I believed could and should be much easier. I knew there was a possibility that I might find a way to turn his unpleasant experience into a pleasant one. After all, I had already accomplished the difficult task of cutting his hair by finding ways to distract him from the “cut” and focus on something else. I did this by demonstrating hair cutting on his stuffed animals. He loved it. This was a major breakthrough for him and after that, he allowed no one but me to cut his hair for a long time”, explained the inventor.
Inspired by the stuffed animals trick, Tiffany created Ava the Elephant.
“Ava the Elephant® was born - made of fabric, sponges, a store bought medicine dropper, and a recordable sound chip from a greeting card! The following day I introduced Ava to Gibby. I explained that I had a new little “friend” that was going to give him is medicine and I pressed the button. He was delighted! Not only did he like Ava, but he took his medicine without any hesitation. His parents and I were shocked, thrilled and relieved”, she said.
Tiffany presented her idea on Shark Tank, and now she has a new line of medicine dispensers.
More info: http://www.avatheelephant.com/
Adapted from: http://www.avatheelephant.com/pages/tiffanykrumins
What about you, do you have any solutions? Please share them with the Patient Innovation community!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVHP4wG2k4o
This solution shall not include mention to the use of drugs, chemicals or biologicals (including food); invasive devices; offensive, commercial or inherently dangerous content. This solution was not medically validated. Proceed with caution! If you have any doubts, please consult with a health professional.
DISCLAIMER: This story was written by someone who is not the author of the solution, therefore please be advised that, although it was written with the utmost respect for the innovation and the innovator, there can be some incorrect statements. If you find any errors please contact the patient Innovation team via info@patient-innovation.com
-
-
543
-
2
-
9984
Mother creates 3D printed pill coater
CAREGIVING
SWALLOWING: Swalling food and liquids
Chron's Disease
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Pharma
Strategy/Tip
Abdominal pain
Nauseas
Weight loss
Indigestion (dyspepsia)
Change in bowel habits
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Blood in the stool (hematochezia)
Manage Medication
To improve Treatment/Therapy
Caregiving Support
Gastroenterology
General and Family Medicine
Pediatrics
Canada
-
-
-
435
-
0
-
10227
Mother invents device to help relieve pain
CAREGIVING
Chronic Back Pain
Polyneuropathy
diabetes type 2
Arthritis
Treatment/Surgical device
Strategy/Tip
Difficulty walking or moving
Muscle cramps or spasms
Difficulty coordinating movements
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Muscle weakness
Muscle pain or stiffness
Joint redness or warmth
Numbness or tingling in the extremities
Swelling or inflammation
Difficulty getting up from the floor
Fatigue
Joint pain or swelling
Managing pain
Recovering from Traumatic Injuries
To improve Treatment/Therapy
Caregiving Support
Cardiology
Endocrinology
General and Family Medicine
Neurology
Orthopedics
Pediatrics
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
United States
-
-
-
416
-
0
-
7304
Pokemon Go is helping sick children interact
CAREGIVING
Video gaming
Brain Cancer
Brain Injury (Abscess, Brain Barrier Defect, Brain Contusion, Brain Hemorrhage, Brain Edema)
Leukaemia
Neuromuscular Disorders
Educational/Leisure device (book, toy, game...)
Strategy/Tip
Gait abnormalities (e.g., walking difficulties, unsteady gait)
Muscle cramps or spasms
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Paralysis of the legs and lower body
Muscle weakness
Confusion
Anxiety
Headaches
Fatigue
Managing pain
Enhancing Mental Health
To improve Treatment/Therapy
Caregiving Support
General and Family Medicine
Medical Genetics
Neurology
Pediatrics
Public Health
United States
-