WHY SMARTWALKER?
Approximately 1.8 million people in the
United States use a walker
EXISTING WALKERS vs. SMARTWALKER
Problems with Traditional Walkers
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NEED FOR A "SMART" WALKER
There is a need for a portable "smart" walker that improves the safety, stability, and ease of use of existing walkers
OBJECTIVE 1:
Improved safety & stability to reduce the risk of falls |
OBJECTIVE 2:
Provide easy & independent* mobility for those with physical and cognitive impairments *not requiring caretaker supervision |