# Cool Crutches Lame Leg Does Not Mean Lame Design By Trendopoly | Published 2007-04-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-crutches-lame-leg-does-not-mean-lame-design References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/crutch_makeover_flexability_by_qed_6105.asp) & [qed-design.de](http://www.qed-design.de/#) Thanks to qed Design, crutches have a new and improved look to allow you to limp along in style, even when you're down and out. These slick-looking crutches come in a whole array of colours and feature comfy grips and improved flexibility. **Implications** - For today's [image-obsessed consumer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equipt-movement), bad health is no reason to not dress stylishly. Thus, this team of German designers from QED has given [crutches a modern makeover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roami). This crutch is reinforced with [molded glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bracesys-kevlar), bearing a minimalist aesthetic that is sure to have all of those who have fallen under unfortunate circumstances feeling luckier than those in completely good health. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Stylish Medical Devices:** The rise of image-conscious consumers is creating opportunities for stylish designs in the healthcare industry. - **Enhanced Mobility Aids:** Improving the look and functionality of mobility aids like crutches can enhance the user's experience and overall well-being. - **Fashionable Rehabilitation Equipment:** The convergence of fashion and healthcare is driving the development of fashionable rehabilitation equipment. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can tap into the growing demand for stylish and functional medical devices. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore opportunities to design fashionable rehabilitation equipment and mobility aids. - **Product Design:** Product design firms can specialize in creating innovative and aesthetically appealing medical devices for improved user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bird-Inspired Mobility Crutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbo-crutch.md) - [Adaptive Mobility Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamline-cane.md) - [Stylish Lifestyle Walkers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeal-lifestyle-walker.md) - [Demurely Designed Mobility Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-rollator-concept.md) - [Recycled Material Medical Casts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/axo-cast.md) - [Luxury Discrete Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discrete-wheelchair.md) - [Elegant Scoliosis Back Braces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airy-back-brace.md) - [Luxe Lounge Motorized Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-resilience.md) - [Celebrated Athletic Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ffate.md)