Drm- Kids
with flat feet
This project explores the challenges of flat feet in children aged 4–6 and the lack of early awareness among parents. Through research-driven design, we developed an integrated solution that encourages early detection and preventive care..
Flat feet in children aged 4–6 often remain undetected, affecting mobility, posture, and confidence during physical activities. Limited parental awareness and the absence of simple screening tools delay early diagnosis and intervention.
The Problem
What is Lacking
. Low parental awareness
Delayed diagnosis
Reduced physical participation
Lack of child-friendly screening
Limited preventive guidance
Research
To understand the challenges surrounding flat feet in young children, we conducted background research, journey mapping, observations, and literature reviews. This helped identify the physical, emotional, and behavioral factors influencing early diagnosis and intervention.
Key Insights
Flat feet often remain unnoticed in early childhood.
Parents have limited awareness of corrective practices.
Reduced confidence affects participation in play.
Proper footwear and exercises support healthy development.
How Might We
How might we raise awareness among parents and enable early detection of flat feet in children aged 4–6 through an engaging and accessible experience?
Ideation
Multiple concepts were explored using structured ideation techniques before converging on a solution that combined health monitoring, awareness, and interactive engagement.
Final Product Concept
Design Solution
A Simple weighing machine with kid friendly design that has foot imprint device which takes the imprint on the paper below , this informs the doctor if the kid is having flat feet or not
Actual footprint of the child having flat feet shown in the imprint paper.
Height chart to show height of the child