Image 3: A Kinemo Connect user wearing a head tracer discreetly placed behind the ear for proportional mouse control, paired with a cheek tracer for click activation.
WHY KINEMO MATTERS
WHO BENEFITS MOST? Kinemo is designed for individuals with limited or absent hand function but who retain reliable control over other body parts. Our adaptive technology translates even the smallest intentional gesture into precise digital commands, ensuring consistent digital access across a wide range of conditions: • Tetraplegia & Spinal Cord Injuries For users with minimal mobility below the shoulders, Kinemo leverages remaining function. Our Kinemo tracers placed on the head, face, or shoulders can detect subtle movements, such as head tilts or facial twitches, enabling full device navigation without traditional hand inputs. • Progressive Neurodegenerative Diseases As mobility changes over time, Kinemo evolves with the user’s condition. Kinemo tracers can be repositioned and are highly sensitive to enable the slightest intentional micro-movements to be detected, ensuring uninterrupted access throughout disease progression for those with ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, among other neurodegenerative conditions. • Carpal Tunnel & Repetitive Strain Traditional mice, even ergonomic models, often require static wrist postures and repetitive finger clicking that compress the median nerve. Kinemo alleviates this by Image 4: “Kinemo gives me a sense of independence. I can watch TV and check my emails without needing to call my caregiver for help.” - Malcolm M.
UNIFYING INPUT CONTROL Unifying multiple controllers into one wearable system is more than a convenience, it is a breakthrough for inde- pendence. Early technical validation presented at RESNA [1] demonstrated that Kinemo can deliver both proportional and discrete inputs for integrated control of power wheelchairs and digital devices. The goal: eliminate the need for juggling multiple controllers and create a single, seamless method of input. For individuals with high-level paralysis, switching between controllers often requires constant caregiver assistance, reducing autonomy and consuming valuable time. Kinemo addresses this by enabling users to manage mobility and digital access through one discreet, adaptable solution. USER TESTING User testing with the Accessibility User Research Collective (AURC) at Shepherd Center confirmed the impact: participants found wearable sensors far more appealing than bulky physical switches. A single system that supports both wheelchair driving and device access was consistently rated as a major step toward independence [2]. INCONSPICUOUS DESIGN Kinemo’s inconspicuous design matters in classrooms, workplaces, and social settings. Tracers and controllers can be hidden under clothing, making assistive technology virtually invisible. And because gestures can pause control, users never need to remove the system, ensuring comfort and convenience for all-day use.
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