Manko Wooden Crutch Concept

Everyone is familiar with the standard under-arm crutch that pivots at the armpit. People that have used them also know that after a certain amount of time they can cause some pressure pain. Which is why you’ll see many people put towels at the top of the crutch for some additional cushioning. Product and furniture designer David Batho designed a crutch concept to combat these drawbacks. His Manko wooden crutch concept has built-in shock absorption and looks very elegant.

Steam Bender
The Manko crutch is made of steam bent wood that is formed into a figure 8 type shape. This shape not only looks nice, but also acts a little bit as a shock absorber because the wood will naturally bend some. At the top is a memory foam cushion that conforms to the armpit. Memory foam is also located at the hand grip. At the bottom of the crutch is a spring shock to help lessen the impact when hitting the ground. Although you wouldn’t want too much movement in the shock because too much of a sinking motion might throw some people off while walking.

Conclusion
Batho has designed a crutch that not only has functional characteristics, but also has a stylish look. As a woodworking hobbyist, I appreciate the warm look wood can give. To see more of David Batho’s portfolio visit BathoDesign.com.