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Abstract: Each year, millions of elderly people—those 65 and older—fall [1]. Even the smallest fall for elderly citizens could lead to serious injuries and deteriorate their self-confidence [2]. In spite of using the walking sticks, many seniors lose balance. Many walking stick users hold onto nearby furniture/walls to maintain balance since most walking sticks are single handled. My research mainly focused on causes of their tripping or imbalance and redesigning the walking stick based on their input. To improve the stability, a dual handle walking stick (Step-Up) has been designed using Autodesk® Fusion 360. This foldable, User-Centered Design minimizes the chances of falling, and is designed to support both the user’s hands, especiall...
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