For this experiment, I ordered various textures and surfaces that I could adapt to everyday objects, so stroke survivors would get their automatic tactile training which they could squeeze or feel without feeling like actually performing training.
With more developed prototypes, a special cup could be magnetic and a set could come with different textures that could be applied to the cup and easily changes. With this, stroke survivors would be able to get a variety and could change it on a daily basis.
According to the NHS it is important to feel different surfaces in order to be aware of sensation again and also feel temperatures.
Therefore I first cut and then attached a training sponge, velvet, a cool pad, glass pebbles and a tactile ball.
I struggled a bit to properly attach the material with glue, nevertheless, if this was to be properly implemented it would be professionally attached with magnets as mentioned earlier. This was just for the demonstration of the idea.
The variety of magnets and different materials would be endless.
Finally, I intend to use the created objects for an intervention with stakeholders.
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/patient-information/post-stroke-sensory-deficits-and-re-education/
