Children who can’t walk are less
likely to:
They are also more likely to:
We’ve developed a technology toolchain called 3D PrintAbility. It uses 3D printers, along with digital scanners and custom software, to help clinicians in resource-poor countries make prosthetics and orthotics for children — faster and more cost-effectively than traditional methods.
3D PrintAbility means more children can get access to devices they need to help them walk.
3D PrintAbility at CORSU Hospital in Uganda (5:56)
It produces devices using 3D scanners, custom software, and 3D printers.
It produces custom-fitting devices for children in less time and with less cost than traditional methods.
Developed in partnership with clinicians, it's inspired by the traditional process. It's made to leverage clinicians' skills.
Nia Technologies Inc. is a Canadian non-profit social enterprise that was founded by cbm Canada in 2015. Nia researches, develops, and deploys innovative technologies in resource-poor countries.
At Nia, we know that technology alone isn’t enough to create lasting social value. That’s why we also: