Elbow Crutch: Design research made it possible to walk again

The elbow crutch "Ingrid" was put in production in 2008 by Popab - more than 20 years after the end of the project, and is still unique. This case shows how thorough research has the potential to generate innovations that last over time. In the 1970s it was not unusual for people to wrap their cane handles in old socks to ease the pain in their hands. The elbow crutch is a result of extensive research where Ergonomidesign studied how people actually used their crutches. It turned out that there was a need for a completely new type of crutch for people with a slow and cautious gait pattern. Read more >

Doro Care Electronics: keeping us connected

As we get older, there’s no denying it gets more difficult to do the things we enjoy or are used to doing. Even simple tasks like dialling a phone number or using the TV remote control – little things that bring us pleasure and keep us connected with people we depend on and enjoy being with.

Ergonomidesign has collaborated with Doro, a leading Swedish consumer electronics company, to design a new series of home electronic products for senior citizens. This range has received a lot of positive attention thanks to its user-friendly design. Read more >

Injection Pen for Nycomed: Inclusive Design Turn Stereotypes Upside Down

The Preotact injection pen for treating osteoporosis is an example of how inclusive design can enlarge the group of potential users. Ergonomidesign knew from experience that people with weaker hands and fingers have problems using their top triggered injection devices. Osteoporosis patients are mainly older women, many of which also are diagnosed with arthritis. Early in the process, we realised that in order to include as many potential users as possible, we need to find a more user friendly design solution.....

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The SAS Pot: Still Serving With a Smile

Ergonomidesign developed a new, ergonomically improved tea and coffee pot for SAS Airlines in the mid 1980s. The previous pot used for in-flight service was too heavy which caused RSI in cabin crew. Designed to achieve the optimal distance between the flight attendant’s wrist and centre of gravity, the SAS pot has proved a huge success. Over 500,000 have now been made and sales continue to grow. 33 airlines now use the pot. Check it out next time you take to the air. 
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Ergonomidesign’s Gecco:
Watching Out for Winter Walkers

Every year some 100,000 pedestrians in Northern Europe suffer injuries due to slipping in snowy or icy conditions. Ergonomidesign has developed a shoe concept called Gecco with integrated anti-skid studs in the sole.

Users can easily change the shoe’s status from active (exposed studs) to passive (hidden studs) without bending down or using their hands. The market potential is huge; over 25 million people live in Scandinavia alone.
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Pfizer Genotropin Pen: De-Alienating Injection Devices 

Genotropin is a man-made human growth hormone used to treat children and adults with growth hormone deficiencies. In 1991, Pharmacia (now Pfizer) decided to redevelop its existing injection device for Genotropin.  

The Genotropin Pen, launched in 2003, makes it easier for children to accept the fact that they need to inject growth hormone on a daily basis. This friendly device hides the needle and is easily customizable with the aid of exchangeable plates. Read more >