Many disabilities can prevent efficient use of the hands and fingers, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis and Dyspraxia, this is also apparent in congenital hand deformities such as Syndactylism, Undergrowth of digits and Ulnar and Radial Clubhand.
These conditions can prevent people from taking part in games that healthy individuals partake in, and being left out of these social activities can lead to loneliness and depression. Statistics show that the vast majority of disabilities can lead to some form of depression, which is classed as a disability in itself, showing that there is a significant need for a product that can allow individuals with these disabilities to take part in a social sport or game.
These problems are especially an issue for those suffering with Rheumatoid Arthritis, as people with this condition struggle to move their hands and fingers normally, but are urged to move their joints in various ways to help with easing the pain.
The Cue Aid is designed to enable these individuals in getting involved in the game of snooker, which will help to overcome the pain and depression associated with their condition, whilst getting involved in social activities with their friends or family.
There are many ways in which the attachment can be held, accommodating for an array of different conditions dependent on how the user can operate their hands, and as there are over 10 million people in the UK that have arthritis, it shows there is already a vast market for this product.
