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MOBILITY

It is well established that the prevalence of functional limitations TECHNOLOGY ISOLATION

and disability is associated with aging. At least 4 public health

burdens are associated with limited or restricted mobility in older

populations. First, limitations in walking and driving reduce

access to goods and services, which leads to poor health

outcomes. older adults with walking limitations and difficulties MOBILITY

with driving are less likely to be able to travel to grocery stores

and supermarkets, resulting in fewer nutritional options,

compromised health, and impaired functioning.11–13 Older

adults with these limitations are also less likely to obtain health The technology, isolation, and mobility are three directions that

services or to obtain them in a timely manner, including work hand in hand with each other and will be the bases in

preventive services. find a solution in aiding the elderly live a productive life.

Research Hypothesis

CDC research indicate 31.7% of adults aged 65 years and older

report difficulty in walking 3 city blocks; only 11.3% of adults

aged 45 to 64 years have similar difficulty, with constant

advancements in technology, this problem cand be

addressed with a walking aid(stick) informed by UI/UX design,

anthropometric based industrial design research which helps

prevent increased social isolation and promotes an active

aging lifestyle, mobility, and inclusion in society.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)