[Colleen] struggled with utilizing a chef’s knife to chop quite a lot of meals whereas affected by arthritis in her wrist and hand. There are knives aimed toward folks with particular wants, however nothing appropriate for critical work like [Colleen]’s skilled duties in a business kitchen.
In consequence, the IATP (Illinois Assistive Expertise Program) created the Adaptive Chef’s Knife. Not like present choices, it has a high-quality blade and is ergonomically designed in order that the consumer can leverage their forearm whereas sustaining management.
The deal with is sturdy, stands as much as business kitchen use, and is molded to the identical requirements as off-the-shelf knife handles. Meaning it’s forged from FDA-approved supplies and has a clear, non-porous floor. The sample seen within the deal with is a 3D printed “skeleton” over which resin is molded.
? The IATP Maker Program makes assistive gadgets obtainable to Illinois residents freed from cost (although donations in prompt quantities are inspired for many who pays) however the plans and instructions are freely obtainable to anybody who needs to roll their very own.
Assistive expertise doesn’t must be over-engineered or frankly even maximally environment friendly in the way it addresses an issue. Small adjustments could be all that’s wanted to present folks significant management over the issues of their lives in a wholesome manner. Some nice examples are are this magnetic spoon holder, or simple printed additions to IKEA furnishings.
