Earlier this Spring, the Illinois MakerLab nominated the Functionalhand by Thera-Solutions as the “Coolest Thing in Illinois” Makers Madness held by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. Thera-Solutions’ mission is to be able to provide materials or strategies that will assist those with disabilities in building their skills.

The Functionalhand is such an innovative tool that assists with grip and increases mobility in doing certain activities. It can be used to either hold items vertically or horizontally, that you could do “anything from painting, writing, brushing teeth, gardening, and holding a water bottle” as stated on their page.

The Illinois MakerLab not only nominated their product and encouraged everyone to vote daily, but also assisted Thera-Solutions in printing more of these at the Lab. The Functionalhand was able to make it to Top 4 in the competition thanks to everyone who voted.

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