Vacostep
Modular Forefoot Orthesis
Fachhochschule Salzburg
Vacostep is a modular, orthopedic shoe ortheses to effectively treat diabetes-related complications and similar indications in the toe and forefoot area. This concept not only incorporates innovative orthopedic features; it also sports a fashionable, non-medical appearance in order to improve patient acceptance and actual usage. This universal design concept takes the needs of the broad, predominantly elderly user group into account and delivers a flexible, functional form of near-term treatment. The modular product design makes for a sustainable, affordable solution that produces positive associations and encourages individual mobility.
WINNER STATEMENTUNIVERSITYWINNER
It put a big smile on my face. It is still there.
Client / ManufacturerFachhochschule Salzburg
Kuchl, ATFachhochschule Salzburg
Kuchl, ATWansch, Aaron
Fachhochschule Salzburg