Redesigning Mobility Aid to Function in Challenging Environments and Limited-Resource Settings

Humanitarian crises hit vulnerable groups hardest, such as people with disabilities. Also, conflicts result in an increase in disabilities caused by injuries or malnutrition. However, only 1 in 10 people in need have access to assistive devices. We propose developing and testing an alternative design for a rubber shoe of mobility aids such as crutches and canes. It will be a cost-effective alternative that would function in challenging environments such as unpaved or wet surfaces.