# Spare Leg Prosthetics The Hands-Free Swingo Walking Aid is Helpful and Convenient By Meghan Young | Published 2012-02-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swingo-walking-aid References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/swingo-walking-aid-offers-spare-leg-injury.html) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/SWINGO-Walking-Aid/3187049) Helpful and convenient, the Swingo Walking Aid is a hands-free alternative to [traditional crutches and walking sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamline-cane). Inspired by [prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/httpswwwmediamitedu), this walking aid offers injured people a spare leg, so to speak. It securely attaches to the mid thigh and knee of the damaged limb, bending the lower portion out of the way so that the individual is forced to move around on the 'spare leg.' Conceived by Singapore-based design student Yonathan Halim, the Swingo Walking Aid ensures that no weight is put on the injured ankle, shin, toe or foot while allowing the person to walk as normally as possible. It also helps maintain the muscle tone of the thigh and hips, which is often compromised in such situations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 40% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hands-free Walking Aids:** The Swingo Walking Aid demonstrates the potential for hands-free walking aids, which can provide convenience and support for individuals with mobility challenges. - **Prosthetic-inspired Designs:** The use of prosthetic-inspired designs, like the Swingo Walking Aid, can offer innovative solutions for individuals with injuries or disabilities, reimagining traditional assistive devices. - **Muscle Tone Maintenance:** The Swingo Walking Aid highlights the importance of assistive devices that help maintain muscle tone in injured limbs, presenting opportunities for innovations in rehabilitation and recovery. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobility Assistance:** The Swingo Walking Aid contributes to the mobility assistance industry, creating potential for further advancements in hands-free walking aids and assistive technologies. - **Prosthetics:** The prosthetics industry can explore the application of prosthetic-inspired designs, like the Swingo Walking Aid, to enhance functionality and quality of life for individuals in need. - **Rehabilitation and Healthcare:** In the field of rehabilitation and healthcare, innovative devices such as the Swingo Walking Aid can revolutionize the way injuries are treated and rehabilitated, improving outcomes for patients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Walking Support Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stride-senze.md) - [AI-Powered Walking Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legit-walking.md) - [Ankle-Support Wearable Mobility Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-mobility-device.md) - [Modular Slip-Proof Prosthetic Legs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lytra-prosthetic-leg.md) - [Bird-Inspired Mobility Crutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbo-crutch.md) - [Senior Pet-Friendly Walking Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steady-walking-aid.md) - [Pet-Carrying Walking Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walking-aid-innovaion.md) - [Empowering Walking Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walking-sticks.md) - [Adaptive Swim Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimble.md)