Around the world, there are some objects and features we now use without a second thought that actually began with a very specific purpose: making everyday life more accessible for disabled people.
A surprising number of everyday conveniences have roots in disability. Features we now associate with comfort, efficiency, or good design often began as practical answers to obstacles faced by people whose needs were overlooked by mainstream products and public spaces.
But over time, many of these ideas spread far beyond their original community. Curious? Click on to see some of the most significant inventions originally made for people with disabilities.