Walker Development
Smart wheeled walker reduces falls – a development project with care at its core
Consat Engineering has developed a wheeled walker with a built-in reminder function in collaboration with Walker Development – a solution that encourages use and helps prevent falls among older adults.
The project is based on close collaboration between healthcare professionals, technology developers and users, demonstrating how innovation and care can go hand in hand.
Objective: To develop a wheeled walker with a sensor-based reminder function that helps prevent falls among older adults.
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The challenge
Falls among older adults are a major societal problem – both in terms of human suffering and cost. Walker Development aimed to create a mobility aid that not only provides physical support but actively encourages use – especially for short distances where many choose to leave the wheeled walker behind.
The solution
Consat Engineering developed a sensor-based reminder function that detects when someone walks past the wheeled walker without using it and emits a light or sound signal as a gentle prompt. To protect the technology, a mechanical housing was designed and the electronics were seamlessly integrated into the wheeled walker’s frame.
The result
The wheeled walkers equipped with the reminder function have been well received in pilot environments. Early feedback from users gives the team valuable input for refining both functionality and design.
The next step in development is a self-locking feature – enabling the wheeled walker to lock its wheels automatically when someone sits down, helping to prevent accidents when standing up.
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