Innovation

Can this walking stick prevent freezing of gait?

A product design technology graduate invented a smart walking stick to help users regain their natural walking motion. When the device detects a pause in motion, it sends rhythmic vibrations to the handle. The designer says that any sequence can act as a reminder to step forward again.

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