Thousands of tips from more than 100 people with spinal cord injuries for assistive devices, adaptations and individually designed solutions.
Where to get the devices and who paid might not be relevant for people outside of Sweden.
Spinalistips is run by Spinalis Foundation. It was started with support from the Swedish Inheritance Fund (Allmänna Arvsfonden). The English translation was sponsored by Promobilia Foundation. Spinalistips is now maintained by the Spinalis Foundation. The database is regularly updated. Spinalis Foundation is not responsible for the tips.
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Examples of tips
Custom-sewn trousers
- suitable for wheelchair users 14 April, 2011
Camping for wheelchair users
Camping is not impossible for people with disabilities 8 March, 2016
Cleaning wheelchair tires
Aluminum structure enables an individual who drives an electric wheelchair to clean the tires independently 7 May, 2015
Adjustable-height changing table
- suitable for parents of young children with disabilities 3 February, 2011
- assistive device for people with impaired hand function. 2011
Modification for accelerator and brake as well as for control of the steering wheel - make it possible for a person with a high spinal cord injury to drive. 2011
- suitable for parents of young children who use wheelchairs. 2013
With the help of a simple string a person with impaired hand function can easily flush the toilet . 2015
A wheelchair that works on sand and in water. 2015
A service dog can provide everyday help to wheelchair users by carrying, fetching, or holding objects. 2010
Easy adaptation that serves as a handle and stand for the phone for people with impaired hand function. 2015
- a simple assistive device to hold the hand with the palm facing downwards (pronated). 2016
A stable scissors suitable for people with disabilities with impaired hand function. 2015
A customized design that enables someone with extensive disabilities to play with his cat. 2015
An ordinary elastic baby sling works well for a person sitting in a wheelchair. 2015
A folding lift attached to the wheelchair makes bathroom visits possible anywhere – suitable for women with extensive disabilities. 2017
Shoelace with magnet makes it easier to put shoes on and take them off – suitable for people with impaired hand function. 2017
