As a multi-disciplinary fashion design studio, VINN PATARARIN has primarily based their works on cutting edge experimentation on textiles and architecture with the core questions of material and space. In its more cohesive moments, fashion and textile design have confirmed that sensory stimulation can support the functioning of human bodies and minds to enhance the lived experience and the quality of life. Moreover, materials’ textures can beneficially restore the sensation of human bodies and the muscles of arms and hand, especially for stroke patients. Globally, over 110 million people have reached epidemic proportions, where 1 in 4 adults over 25 years old may experience a stroke in their lifetime, which causes illnesses or physical conditions that can affect their daily lives, such as paralysis or balancing problems. The role of fashion design, thus, was examined in developing a procedure of therapeutic dressing for activities of daily living (ADLs) of stroke patients.
In Thailand, stroke is the third leading cause of death after cancer and heart disease, with approximately 250,000 new cases yearly, while about 30% of patients develop paralysis. Therefore, awareness of stroke should be raised in the social context to reduce risks and promote functional rehabilitation to primarily support their daily activities and independence. By experimenting and developing the sensory tools, various textures, materials, and methods were designed through observation and discussion with stroke patients and medical professionals. In addition, the pilot project aims to validate the results and expand possibilities to other products, such as apparel and everyday items, and to engage with different target groups of brain disabilities, such as people with autism and dementia.
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