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The U-Boost - Erik Kondo
The U-Boost is a micro DIY parallel bar made of 1" schedule 40 PVC. It can be used in by paraplegics (or people with similar function) in a variety of ways. To provide leverage for a Floor-to-Couch or Floor-to-Wheelchair transfer. As an exercise prop, dips for example. To aid stretches on the floor. Many wheelchair users are unable to take advantage of the multiple benefits from getting out of their wheelchair on to the floor. For example, typically people (in Western countri
Jan 261 min read


The Assistive Technology Development Triangle: Knowledge/Ability/Materials – Erik Kondo
The Assistive Technology Development Triangle follows the same concept of the Fire Triangle that is widely used in fire prevention education as a means to convey how to prevent and extinguish fires. A fire requires the combination of fuel, oxygen, and heat to ignite and be sustained. Whereas the Assistive Technology Development Triangle (ATDT) is a model for understanding what is needed to enable the innovation, development, and production of assistive technology devices. The
Oct 17, 20253 min read


Springback: A DIY Progressive Suspension Anti-Tipper – Erik Kondo
Springback See Springback in Action on Youtube. The Use of Wheelchair Anti-tipping Devices An active wheelchair with the drive wheels...
May 28, 20255 min read


Going to “The Beach” as a Wheelchair User – Erik Kondo
Ah, there is nothing like a relaxing day at The Beach. Well, that is if you can walk without difficultly. For wheelchair users, going to...
Aug 15, 20243 min read
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