Got Carpel Tunnel or Better With Your Feet?
Ben Preiss — July 23, 2007 — Lifestyle
Slip your right foot into the sandal/mouse and tap your left foot on the programmable 5 button/scroll wheel board and clap your hands, just cause you can. Why not get your feet off their asses, your hands have carrying more than their share of the PC workload for too long, while your feet have been laying there like a couple of worthless parasites. It's about time your hands stood up for themselves!
Implications - Convenience is one of the most sought-after qualities within the industry today. Businesses that design products with high quantities of versatility and accessibility will likely generate very favorable results. Consumers will be drawn to such products as they will assist in making their hectic lifestyles much less burdensome.
Implications - Convenience is one of the most sought-after qualities within the industry today. Businesses that design products with high quantities of versatility and accessibility will likely generate very favorable results. Consumers will be drawn to such products as they will assist in making their hectic lifestyles much less burdensome.
Trend Themes
1. Versatile Footwear Technology - Create customizable shoes with programmable features to assist in PC workloads, improving accessibility and convenience for consumers.
2. Hands-free Ergonomic Computing - Design hands-free computing devices that provide ease and comfort for those with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, generating potential for market disruption.
3. Body-inclusive Computing - Explore the possibilities of incorporating full body movement into computing technology, offering new disruptions and innovations in the industry.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - Tech companies should invest in ergonomic products for people with disabilities or to make technology accessible to a wider range of users.
2. Footwear - Shoe companies can add new features for foot health and comfort such as programmable insoles that can be adapted to various settings, providing next-level convenience to consumers.
3. Healthcare - Innovation in healthcare technology can assist in developing solutions for patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and related conditions, including the creation of hands-free devices for computing and other everyday activities.
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