Project Overview

A spider cage is a device used by therapists to work with individuals (usually children) who have cerebral palsy. The cage supports the patient's weight with the use of bungee cords that are connected to a custom suit that allows the patient to work on building leg and arm strength. This product is available commercially but it is quite expensive. The client is looking for a design that is relatively inexpensive, collapsible, able to fit in a car, and customized to meet the needs of one particular person.

Team Picture

Files

• Poster (December 8, 2016)
• PDS (September 23, 2016)
• Preliminary Presentation (October 13, 2016)
• Final Report (December 15, 2016)
• Preliminary Report (October 18, 2016)

Contact Information

Team Members

• Kevin Collins - Team Leader
• Darcy Davis - Communicator
• Sheetal Gowda - BSAC
• Breanna Hagerty - BWIG
• Stephen Kindem - BPAG

Advisor and Client

• Dr. Joseph Towles - Advisor
• Mr. Matt Jahnke - Client

Related Projects

• Spring 2017: Therapeutic Spider Cage
• Fall 2016: Spider Cage to Support Cerebral Palsy Patient
• Spring 2015: Spider cage to support cerebral palsy patient
• Fall 2014: Spider cage to support cerebral palsy patient