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Haptic Feedback Canes

The ALBERT Cane Helps Individuals Living with Parkinson's Disease

— November 19, 2018 — Lifestyle
Designed for individuals with Parkinson's, the ALBERT cane is a new technological innovation meant to make lives easier. Parkinson's disease can be an incredibly detrimental ailment for both those living with the illness and those caring for loved ones. Thankfully, the ALBERT cane aims to harness the power of haptic feedback to prevent a problem known as FOG (Freezing of Gait), a common issue for individuals with Parkinson's in which they become stuck and immobile for no reason.

To bypass FOG, the ALBERT cane emits a rhythm that can be felt through small vibrations in the handle. This interesting trick is commonly moved to address FOG and allows individuals to continue moving shortly after. Other features included in the ALBERT cane include a convenient charging station, built-in GPS tracking and an emergency beacon to alert medical personnel of a serious problem.


Image Credit: Miio Studio
Trend Themes
1. Haptic Feedback Canes - Technology companies can innovate convenient mobility aids by incorporating haptic feedback, such as the ALBERT cane does for Parkinson's disease patients.
2. FOG Prevention Devices - Developers can create wearable technologies using haptic feedback to help individuals with Parkinson's and other mobility issues avoid gait freezing episodes, like the ALBERT cane does.
3. Gps-enabled Medical Aids - With built-in GPS tracking and distress signals for medical emergencies, manufacturers of assistive technologies can provide mobility aids like ALBERT cane that offers peace-of-mind for patients, their families, and caregivers.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - The ALBERT cane for Parkinson's disease patients highlights the innovation and design potential available to assistive technology manufacturers to provide new solutions for people with unique needs.
2. Medical Equipment Industry - Technology companies creating similar GPS-equipped medical aids leverage the digital era of health technology, focusing on the mobility needs of patients with disabilities, seniors, and others requiring accessibility tools.
3. Rehabilitation Service Providers - Rehabilitation facilities can adopt haptic feedback technology in mobility aids, like the ALBERT cane, to ensure that patients recover their motor skills faster and reduce their risk of falls.
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