Supporting Hand Rehabilitation and Making Life Impact – Real Stories from Madglove Users



Glove user with the glove on, happy to see that it helps with hand rehabilitation

Hi!

Let me start off by introducing myself. I am Sitah Heijnen, Madglove co-founder and part of its design team. In this blogpost, I want to take you with me on a strip inside the designing process at madglove, talk about our ways of designing and the co-creation that is paired with it. At our company, we believe in creating products that cater to the unique needs of our customers. When it comes to designing gloves for people with hand spasticity, we believe that co-creation is an essential aspect of our process. We understand that hand spasticity can affect individuals differently, and we strive to create gloves that meet the specific needs of each user.

Co-creation is a collaborative process that involves working closely with people that in the end will use the product throughout the design process, from ideation to prototype testing. By involving end-users in the design process, we gain valuable feedback and insights that help us create gloves that truly cater to the needs of those with hand spasticity. 

The co-creation process starts with ideation, where we work with end-users to identify their specific needs and preferences. This may involve exploring different materials, designs, and features that can enhance the effectiveness and comfort of the gloves. We then move on to prototyping, where we test different designs and features and gather feedback from end-users. We have gone through multiple rounds of this process.

Throughout the co-creation process, we prioritize the comfort and effectiveness of our gloves. We understand that hand spasticity is a challenging condition to manage, and we strive to create gloves that make a difference in the lives of our customers. We believe that co-creation is a vital aspect of our design process, and we welcome our customers to reach out to us at any time to provide feedback or ideas. Our commitment to continuous improvement and co-creation allows us to create gloves that truly cater to the needs of those with hand spasticity.

So, if you are looking for gloves that can help you manage your hand spasticity, we invite you to join us in our co-creation process.  Together, we can create products that make a difference in your life. Want to sign up for the pre-order? Click here!

Kindest regards,
Sitah

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Cara and Mada working on Madglove prototype

The Journey to Independence – A New Path of Hand Rehabilitation

Why a hand rehabilitation tool, you might ask? It is estimated that one in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime, with the likelihood of occurrence only rising. The consequences of a stroke often affect hand mobility, reducing the ability to perform even the simplest daily tasks and consequently decreasing independence that is crucial for everyday life.

Despite the increasing prevalence of strokes, the rehabilitation process and its efficiency remain stagnant. Taking this into account, our CEO Madalina, along with co-founders Cara, Tobi, David, and Sitah, decided to dedicate their knowledge and previous scientific experience to create Madglove—a simple, easy-to-use rehabilitation glove that empowers patients to actively participate in their own rehabilitation journey.

 Independence has always been a key motivation for us. Our goal was to create a tool that is simple and easy to use on its own, without any external help, fostering independence while supporting and improving hand mobility through seamless integration into daily life. Our rehabilitation glove helps users regain the ability to perform daily tasks without needing extra support from loved ones or caretakers, allowing them to bring back life fulfillment by returning to their passions and hobbies.



Glove user playing the guitar with disabled hand with a glove on.

Enhancing Life Quality, Transforming Daily Lives, and Taking Charge of Your Own Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is not just about supporting hand mobility; it’s about transforming the quality of life. It’s about people and the impact we can make through our work. This focus has always been, and will continue to be, our driving force at Madglove.

 

The stories of our glove testers encourage us every day. Seeing the changes and improvements in their quality of life, alongside the usual consequences of rehabilitation, and witnessing the true, valuable reactions of our users are irreplaceable experiences. For instance, enabling one of our testers to return to his passion—playing guitar—was such an honor for us. You can witness his journey yourself in this video. See our glove in action 

One heartwarming testimonial we received after a testing session exemplifies the impact we strive for: “At Madglove, I felt welcomed, I felt free, and I felt good. While wearing the glove, I could pick up things which I couldn’t do for the last 12/13 years. It works! I thought it couldn’t be true, but it is! I am happy! The glove can support me. I think the glove can increase my quality of life.” She even mentioned that after the session, she almost cried because of the experience. You can listen to the full testimonial here!

These stories lie at the core of Madglove—people, their lives, and their stories. There is no better feeling for us, the Madglove team, than hearing such encouraging words and knowing we can actually impact individuals’ lives and help them in their journey toward independence and a fulfilling life.

However, the work we do would not be possible without our incredible community and partners, to whom we are immensely grateful. Together, we can create change and strive every day towards our mission: to make disability just another aspect of diversity and support daily independence for a better, more joyful life.

 

At Madglove,, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities through innovative rehabilitation solutions. Our core values—empowerment, independence, and quality of life—drive us to co-create with our users and prioritize their needs. The stories of our users inspire us daily and affirm the impact of our work.

We are grateful for the support of our community as we continue our mission to redefine disability and promote independence. By embracing diversity and focusing on the individual, we strive to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to live a fulfilled and joyful life.

Madglove is more than just a rehabilitation tool; it is a beacon of hope and empowerment. Our journey is driven by the belief that every individual deserves the chance to improve their daily independence and enjoy a high quality of life. Join us in our mission to make a lasting impact and transform lives, one glove at a time.

 

Our team members with glove tester

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