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Eliminating Club Foot
Clubfoot is an idiopathic foot deformity seen in 1 out of a 1000 children worldwide.
Any treatment specialized to treat this disability aims to reposition the affected feet to its normal orientation, and avoid any long-term effects. Here, along with Anushkaa Foundation, we worked on Redesigning the brace according to Indian anthropometry measurements while incorporating an element of play.
How might we make the brace interactive and playful, which aids the treatment and helps improve the experience of wearing
the brace?
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Secondary Research
Vivid colours and patterns attract children & creates a sense of playfulness
Maintaining a calm and soothing environment helps put the child to sleep.
Perception of growth and improvement encourages them
Toys that help develop cognitive skills -
Fidgets
Maze
Sensory tubes
Develop a bedtime routine.
Having an interactive element that helps them build their cognitive skills can be an added functionality
Primary Research
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Insights
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They have a short attention span and once they get tired of a particular activity, they switch.
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Activities that include play such as - drawing, craft, swings and gardens interest them more as compared to the tasks that involve writing.
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Prefers tasks and activities with interaction and play involved.
Ideation
Final Concept
3 main Attachments which can be switched and given to the child on every doctor visit
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The interactive and playful club foot brace project is designed to enhance the rehabilitation experience for children with clubfoot. It features three unique attachments, each distributed during regular visits to the doctor. ​
Service Blueprint
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Renders
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Sliding Joint
1st attachment - Club foot bar + fidget toys
2nd attachment- Club foot bar + Projector
3rd attachment -
Club foot bar + Play Table
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Mockups/Proof Of Concept
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The first attachment is a toy with a rolling elastic mechanism, producing soothing sounds tailored for younger children, making the brace-wearing experience engaging and comforting.
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The second attachment is a visual projector lens that projects interactive character scenarios, fostering visual interaction and cognitive development.
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As the child grows, the third attachment transforms into a play table, ensuring that the brace continues to be an enjoyable and beneficial part of their journey towards recovery and improved mobility.