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“I knew that he would be able to operate a capacitive proximity sensor, since it only requires that he touch the sensor. I did some searching and did find a few assistive products, but they were all remote switches and rather expensive. We thought that it would be better for him cognitively if the device he operates is the same as the one that he touches. Hence the birth of the Touch Switch. The Touch Switch is an extremely sensitive capacitive proximity sensor switch. It is a small two-sided circuit board, designed to be as small and cheap as possible so that it can easily be embedded in just about anything for modification (e.g. electronic toy). The Touch Switch works by detecting a change in capacitance between a sensing plate and ground. The sensing plate is just a conductor with a large surface area (eg. piece of metal foil). When the sensing plate is approached by a finger the capacitance rises and the switch is closed. When the finger is removed the capacitance drops and the switch is opened”, the father explained.
Adapted from: http://www.hackingsma.com/?p=51
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Slacks with zippers on both sides for patients who have to stand up in public
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(SELF)-CARE: DRESSING: Dressing independently.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
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Body-Worn solutions (Clothing, accessories, shoes, sensors...)
Tremors
Muscle cramps or spasms
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Muscle weakness
Trouble with fine motor skills (e.g., writing, buttoning clothes)
Sleep disturbances
Numbness or tingling in the extremities
Restoring mobility
Managing pain
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Caregiving Support
General and Family Medicine
Medical Genetics
Medical Oncology
Neurology
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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
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Glasses to serve as mouse for disabled people
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Playing
Video gaming
Studying
Bone Disorders (Decalcification, Bone Deformity, Bone Fracture, Bone Infection)
Assistive Technology access
Body-Worn solutions (Clothing, accessories, shoes, sensors...)
Educational/Leisure device (book, toy, game...)
Difficulty walking or moving
Muscle weakness
Limited range of motion
Muscle pain or stiffness
Reduced grip force (grip)
Loss of muscle coordination
Muscle cramps or spasms
Joint deformity
Joint redness or warmth
Difficulty bearing weight
Muscle twitching
Numbness or tingling in the extremities
Joint pain or swelling
Promoting self-management
Preserving Organ Function
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Medical Genetics
Neurology
Orthopedics
Rheumatology
Mobility issues
Solutions for Disabled people
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Collaborator Pierluigi Mantovani creates Evolution Devices - solutions that aim to transform Multiple Sclerosis Management
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BODY BALANCE: Maintaining body balance
STANDING UP: Standing up from a seated position
WALKING: Walking
Multiple Sclerosis
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
App (Including when connected with wearable)
AI algorithm
Body-Worn solutions (Clothing, accessories, shoes, sensors...)
Restoring mobility
Regaining sensory function
Managing pain
Promoting self-management
Preserving Organ Function
Managing Neurological Disorders
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
To improve Treatment/Therapy
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Raise awareness
Caregiving Support
General and Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
Medical Genetics
Neurology
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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