# Handicapped Sleeping Pods The Doze Sleep Positioner Helps Disabled Children Grow During Sleep By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-19 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doze-sleep-positioner References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/07/18/doze/) & [luciahsieh](http://luciahsieh.com/doze.html) It is sad to think about all the ailments and handicaps many children (and, of course, adults) have to suffer through on a daily basis, and the Doze sleep positioner hopes to alleviate at least one of their troubles by assisting children while they sleep. It is essentially a [sleeping pod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eclipse-capsule) that wraps around those dealing with [muscle tension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-robotics) and loss of muscle tone, so they fall asleep in a position that will not impede their growth. Designed by Lucia Hsieh in collaboration with Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children and Emily Carr University of Art + Design, the Doze sleep positioner specifically puts pressure on the spine to encourage a [side sleeping position](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isleepad) while opening airways to ensure proper breathing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sleep Positioning Technology:** Opportunity to develop innovative sleep products that optimize body positioning for specific health conditions. - **Assistive Sleep Devices:** Potential for creating innovative sleep aids that cater to individuals with disabilities or specific health needs. - **Healthcare-driven Sleep Solutions:** Rise in demand for sleep-related products and services that address specific medical conditions and improve quality of life. ### Who This Affects Most - **Medical Devices:** Scope to integrate advanced technology into sleep devices that assist individuals with disabilities or health conditions. - **Assistive Technology:** Opportunity to develop innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities or health challenges. - **Healthcare and Wellness:** Growing market for sleep-related products and services that cater to individuals with specific medical needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vertical Nap Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/napping-pods.md) - [Blackout Sleep Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homebase.md) - [AI-Powered Sleep Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleep-eight-pod-5.md) - [Sensory Deprivation Travel Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pod-travel-pillow.md) - [Standing Tranquil Napping Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giraffenap.md) - [Smart Youth Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuro-wellness-youth-bed.md) - [Automated Pressure Relief Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flipcare.md) - [Bed Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ensven-modular-bed-rocker.md) - [Posture Correcting Prone Cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comfort-space.md)