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TheraHeal
by Therabody
Overview
As part of my Product Design course, I worked to design and market a solution that delivers contrast therapy to athletes. I followed Therabody's branding and image as guidelines for the project.
Role
Industrial Designer
Design Researcher
CAD designer
Timeline
Jan 2024 - Mar 2024
Consumer Research
My research included:
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15 collegiate athlete interviews
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2 professional athlete interviews
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3 athletic trainer/physical trainer interview
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5 other interviews, surgical history
Design
Understanding my consumer needs, I designed a simple yet aesthetic silhouette along with a functional interactive screen design. After further refinement, I created a manufacturing and assembly plan.
Design Requirements:
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Portable
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Water-free
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Cordless
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Effectively delivers heat and cold
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Reflects Therabody's brand identify
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CMF Palette
Prototype Development
Utilizing CAD and 3D printing, I brought my design to life. With a professional finish in mind, I used quality finish spray paints and custom-cut logos and emblems to curate the high-quality look and feel that all Therabody products reflect.
Presentation
Finally, I presented my design and research findings to a panel of Northwestern University board members, professors, faculty, and students.
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