On a closer inspection and, having read the information, they are automated walkers for children or adults who have a condition like cerebral palsy, or who are recovering or in rehabilitation from an accident or injury. What I liked most about these devices is the fact that they look good and would draw attention for reasons of style rather than reasons of disability. The page in question is here - http://psipunk.com/walking-aid-orthopedic-device-by-luke-forward/. The pictures are diagrammatic and they indicate one of the devices in use.
Something else!
At second item of orthopedic interest that I have been taking a look at is an orthopedic mouse. This is of course a computer mouse, but even so, how one makes it orthopedic is quite a question. The answer however can be seen on this page http://www.agadget.net/orthopedic-mouse/ and I for one quite like the idea behind it.
The way it works is quite novel. Rather than moving the mouse right or left, or up or down to move the mouse curser across the screen you simply tilt the mouse.
This works because the mouse is in fact in a fixed (non-movable) position. However the functioning and ergonomic section of the mouse (the bit you hold) is elevated above its base and literally rocks in any direction based on where you want your mouse curser to go. That is, you tilt forward to move up the screen, backwards to move down the screen and left or right to mimic that direction. During all of these small movements the mouse stays glued to its spot meaning that you always have it located in your most personally ergonomic position.
Other than that, all of the other functions of the mouse are conventional in operation, so it is simple to learn and use. So how much does it cost and is it currently available – I have no idea.
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