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RE: Suggestions for New Products?

DeDe Appleby — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:07:37 GMT

I use a cane and am developing arthritis in my hands. A nice cushioned grip would be good or one you could add to an existing cane.

For a redesign of existing products, the foil or paper seals on containers need to have tabs big enough to grab.

RE: Suggestions for New Products?

starshine — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:39:29 GMT

I don't use a cane but I do have an idea. The problem with canes and arthritis is that you have to hold on to a cane with arthritic hands. A cane that takes that into consideration will really help.

RE: Suggestions for New Products?

DesignerSara — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:16:10 GMT

Hello again!

After much research, I have decided to redesign a walking cane. In response to input I have gained about both function and aesthetics of current canes on the market, it has been found to be a worthy product to investigate and hopefully improve upon.

Please let me know if you have any comments or complaints about current walking canes you may use.

Thanks again!
Sara

Suggestions for New Products?

DesignerSara — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 12:10:58 GMT

Hello All!

I'm looking for input on how household items could be better designed for those with arthritis.

I'm a senior studying product design at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. I have chosen to focus my final project on designing a product to help people with lowered mobility and joint pain. Any suggestions would be great- from redesigning existing products that are difficult to use to developing a brand new product to updating something to a more elegant and beautiful form.

I've been attempting to fully understand the implications of arthritis, and find a hole in the market, but I realize that the best feedback comes from those of you who live with this everyday.

Any input is appreciated. Thank you!