Easy Step Shoes: Shoes That Put Themselves On
School Name
Center for Advanced Technical Studies
Grade Level
12th Grade
Presentation Topic
Engineering
Presentation Type
Non-Mentored
Abstract
Stable orthopedic shoes are a necessity for elderly people and those with circulatory problems. However, many orthopedic shoes are difficult to put on due to complications induced by the health issues of these groups. Previous research has concluded that between 60% and 80% of patients prescribed with orthopedic shoes cease use of their shoes after six months of having had them. The top three reasons for this occurrence are the discomfort of the shoes, the undesired appearance of the shoe, and the inability to physically put on the orthopedics. In order to fix this, a shoe can be made that is easy for people to put on without the need to sit or bend over.
Recommended Citation
Blankenship, Kayla and Keeler, Paul, "Easy Step Shoes: Shoes That Put Themselves On" (2016). South Carolina Junior Academy of Science. 144.
https://scholarexchange.furman.edu/scjas/2016/all/144
Location
Owens G08
Start Date
4-16-2016 8:30 AM
Easy Step Shoes: Shoes That Put Themselves On
Owens G08
Stable orthopedic shoes are a necessity for elderly people and those with circulatory problems. However, many orthopedic shoes are difficult to put on due to complications induced by the health issues of these groups. Previous research has concluded that between 60% and 80% of patients prescribed with orthopedic shoes cease use of their shoes after six months of having had them. The top three reasons for this occurrence are the discomfort of the shoes, the undesired appearance of the shoe, and the inability to physically put on the orthopedics. In order to fix this, a shoe can be made that is easy for people to put on without the need to sit or bend over.
