– addition to manual wheelchair that allows quick and comfortable mobility outdoors
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‘BookGem’ Book Holder
A folding book holder that holds the book spread in different reading positions – suitable for people with disabilities
Off-road chair
Addition to manual wheelchair that allows driving on rough and uneven surfaces
Paddle gloves for kayaking
Pogies are easy to put on – appropriate for people with impaired hand function
Kayak cover with zipper
– aids people with disabilities and impaired hand function
USB memory with medical information
Accessible medical information suitable for people with specific diagnoses and medical care needs
Thermal insoles
Thermal insoles keep feet warm – suitable for people who easily freeze
Custom sewn dress
– suitable for wheelchair users
Recumbent bicycle with electric wheel and tow hook for wheelchair
Facilitates bike riding for individuals with impaired strength or disability
Donkey as means of transport
A method to get around in difficult terrain – suitable for people who have problems walking
Specially sewn trousers for outdoor activities
Sturdy outdoor trousers used when raining, skiing and for “crawling”
Adaptation of trousers
A simple way to adapt trousers so they sit well both when standing and sitting
Back support for riding on sitski
Back support provides safety when riding on sitski
Winter tires for wheelchair
Heavy-tread tires on wheelchair facilitate outdoor driving in difficult terrain, such as sand or snow
Suitcase with wheelchair symbol
Wheelchair symbol on suitcases makes it easy to find suitcase at baggage claim
Colorful wheelchair
Wheelchair color that matches clothing
Extra long raincoat
Long raincoat prevents gap in back when sitting
Heated socks
Battery-heated socks for outdoor activities – appropriate for people who freeze easily
Watch TV from bathtub
Being able to watch TV while lying in the bathtub is relaxing and distracts from pain
Crutches
Practical crutches with adjustable forearm support and anatomical handle
Wheelchair crane for car
Wheelchair crane that lifts a manual wheelchair into and out of the car trunk – suitable for people with disabilities and low strength
Medicine card
Medicine card with important information – suitable for people with specific diagnoses who need specialist care