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Infographic: 3D Printing for Assisting with Disabilities
Disability can be understood as any condition, whether physical, sensory, cognitive or developmental, that affects a person’s ability to carry out daily activities or participate fully in society. For millions of people worldwide, these limitations shape how they access education
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Disability can be understood as any condition, whether physical, sensory, cognitive or developmental, that affects a person’s ability to carry out daily activities or participate fully in society. For millions of people worldwide, these limitations shape how they access education, employment, healthcare and community. Often, disabilities are acquired later in life, leaving people unprepared to deal with their newfound limitations. 3D printing is helping address some of these challenges by enabling the creation of tailored solutions such as prosthetics, adaptive tools, tactile learning aids and assistive devices designed to meet individual needs.
We have shared stories about specific 3D printing projects supporting people with disabilities before, but here, we take a broader view. This infographic brings together the many ways 3D printing is advancing accessibility, highlighting key applications, notable innovations and more. Discover how 3D printing is helping people with disabilities live their everyday lives below!
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