Obi robot is a revolutionary eating device for individuals with upper extremity strength and mobility limitations.

With obi, you are entirely controlling what to eat and when. The system is simple and intuitive. Its customizable switch accessibility function will allow you to be in complete control.

Obi will increase your independence, social interaction, meal enjoyment, and well-being.

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Who is OBI for?

Obi robot accommodates most individuals who are living with a condition affecting their upper extremity function. Candidates for Obi may be living with the following conditions:

• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• Amputation
• Arthrogryposis Multiple Congenita (AMC)
• Brain Injury (TBI)
• Cerebral Palsy
• Essential Tremor
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Spinal Muscular Atrophy
• Other Conditions Impacting Upper Extremities

How does Obi work?

Obi allows you to select between four food compartments and command when the food is captured and delivered to the mouth. Obi can be operated by individuals with the ability to use one or two accessibility switches. Switches range from light touch buttons to devices activated by head movements or blowing.

 

Who can use Obi?

Obi is safe and can be successfully operated for users with the following abilities:

• Chew and swallow without assistance
• Ability to use any accessibility switch such as a Buddy Button or Sip and Puff
• Maintain a sufficiently upright position
• Sufficient head control to receive and swallow food
• Ability to understand the correct use of the device
• Cognitive capability to operate a simple machine
• Ability to make decisions about food selection and consumption

 

 

What food can Obi handle?

Due to its effective control and smooth movement, Obi works with almost any food as long as it is prepared correctly!

 

• Solid food: food should be between the size of a grape and pea, larger solid foods should be cut to these sizes.
• Liquid foods: soup, stew, cereal, pudding, etc.
• Sticky foods: for dense foods such as mac & cheese or mashed potatoes, adding extra cream, butter, cheese, or broth is recommended to avoid the food clumping together.

 

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